BAM turns 45
The BAM is one of the key elements of transport infrastructure ensuring fast-paced economic growth in Russian regions. The BAM project is a powerful driver for the economy and social infrastructure development still relevant nowadays. Its practical and strategic significance is unquestionable because of great opportunities it offers for exploration and mining, as well as for freight transportation between Asia and Europe.”Andrey Makarov Deputy CEO
To mark the 45th anniversary of the BAM, Russian Railways completed the overhaul of eight railway stations: Tynda, Neryungri, Novy Urgal, Komsomolsk-on-Amur, Novaya Chara, Taksimo, Lena and Severobaykalsk. The Company refreshed the stations’ interiors and exteriors, improved the adjacent territories, upgraded the utility systems, and renovated ticket office areas. The biggest project worth nearly RUB 185 m was implemented at the Tynda station. It included:
- refurbishment of the station’s exterior and lighting system, replacement of doors and windows;
- repairs of the roofing and the island passenger platform;
- adjacent area improvement;
- installation of three variable-message signs and a queue management system;
- security system upgrade;
- installation of new security screening equipment.