Grampet Group’s Bucharest Terminal: Rail Investment Insights

Grampet Group invests €15 million to modernize the Bucharest International Rail Freight Terminal, boosting capacity and efficiency by 2025.

April 12, 2017 4:53 am

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Introduction

In July 2024, Grampet Group announced plans to invest €15 million in the Bucharest International Rail Freight Terminal. This investment aims to modernize and expand the terminal’s infrastructure, enhancing its capacity and operational efficiency.

Investment Details

The €15 million investment by Grampet Group will be allocated to upgrade the Bucharest International Rail Freight Terminal. The project includes the modernization of the existing infrastructure, as well as expansion to increase the terminal’s capacity. The investment is scheduled to be completed by the end of 2025.

Project Scope

The modernization efforts will encompass upgrades to the terminal’s handling equipment, including new cranes and automated systems. Furthermore, the project includes the expansion of the existing rail tracks and storage areas. These enhancements are designed to improve the terminal’s ability to handle increased volumes of freight, and reduce loading and unloading times by 20%.

Operational Improvements

The upgrades will facilitate the handling of a wider variety of goods, including intermodal transport units. These improvements will enhance the terminal’s operational efficiency. Grampet Group expects to increase the terminal’s annual throughput capacity to 1.5 million tonnes. The project aims to reduce the average turnaround time for trains by 15%.

Strategic Goals

The investment in the Bucharest International Rail Freight Terminal aligns with Grampet Group’s strategic goals of expanding its logistics network and improving its service offerings in the region. The enhancements are expected to attract new customers and strengthen the company’s position in the rail freight market. Grampet Group also anticipates that the modernization will create approximately 50 new jobs.