“The ADB Railway Rolling Stock Operations Improvement Project will boost the operational performance of Bangladesh Railway by introducing new technology, equipment, and processes that will be cleaner and more efficient, cutting carbon dioxide emissions.”Historically, railways enjoyed a monopoly as a carrier and transported most commodities. Most rolling stock is more than 30 years old, and much is past the end of its economic life. Bangladesh Railway has also been operating at a loss, its operating costs about double what it makes from revenue. Starting with a railway improvement programme in 2006, ADB has provided four loans to the government for railway development totalling $2.81 billion. The rolling stock will introduce auxiliary power units (APU) to Bangladesh Railway, to significantly reduce diesel consumption when the locomotives are idling.

Source: bd News24 February 21, 2018 03:45 UTC