The Iraq Railways Extension and Modernization (IREM)

Objective

"As Iraq shifts from reconstruction to development, enhanced trade and connectivity can stimulate growth, create jobs, and reduce oil dependency," said Jean-Christophe Carret, World Bank Middle East Division Director

Description

The Iraq Railways Extension and Modernization (IREM) Project will upgrade the railway infrastructure and services between Umm Qasr Port in southern Iraq and Mosul in northern Iraq reducing travel time, increasing freight volumes and providing users with improved access to sustainable transport infrastructure and services.