Kazakhstan: Freight train derailment causes rail disruption in Qaraghandy, Nov. 17

Event

A freight train derailment has closed the railway line in Qaraghandy Province, Nov. 17. The incident took place at Karabas, around 250 km (155 miles) south of the capital Astana, on the main north-south railway line through the province. Initial reports state that 14 freight carriages derailed and that the line has been closed for freight and passenger trains. Recovery and repair services have been deployed to the scene.

The incident is likely to cause ongoing delays and disruption to freight and passengers, in the immediate vicinity around the incident and potentially across the Qaraghandy Province.

Advice

Reconfirm the status of rail services in the coming days. Allow extra time for rail travel.