Railway revenue hits all-time low in August

Vietnam Railways Corporation (VNR) reported its revenue fell to an all-time low in August as the COVID-19 social distancing measures dragged on its passenger transport.

Vietnam Railways launches freight train service to Belgium

Vietnam Railways (VNR) on July 20 added a new rail freight link from Việt Nam to Belgium, with the first train departing from Yên Viên station, Hà Nội, and expected to arrive at Liege City in Belgium.

Struggling railway operator asks for $34.5 million interest-free loan The Vietnam Railways Corporation (VNR) has asked for a loan package worth VNĐ800 billion (US$34.5 million) with zero interest to overcome the difficulties of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Railway businesses focus on cargo transport to reduce pandemic impacts

Heavily impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Vietnam Railways Corporation (VNR) has made great efforts to reduce losses by actively targeting cargo transport instead of just passenger transport.

Tens of thousands of railway workers unpaid due to funding delay

The lives of tens of thousands of railways workers have once again been turned upside down as their salaries have remained unpaid for four months. 

High-speed railway imperative for Việt Nam’s development

Due to Việt Nam’s natural features and geography, the development of a high-speed railway is imperative and any delays will hinder socio-economic growth, Chairman of Vietnam Railways Vũ Anh Minh has said.

Railway struggling to survive, waiting for a new restructuring plan Việt Nam’s railway sector is struggling to cope with increasing challenges as it awaits a new restructuring plan.

Railways revenues take $57.4 million hit from COVID

The Vietnam Railways Corporation has lost VNĐ1.32 trillion (US$57.4 million) in revenues due to the COVID-19 pandemic and flooding in the central region.

Snakes on a plane? No, baby on a train1

The mother and baby are reportedly in good health. 

VNR launches app to sell tickets The Vietnam Railways Corporation (VNR) officially launched an application to buy train tickets and pay online on smartphones from July 15 to improve customer services.