Govt, with Ukrzaliznytsia, to restore and replenish rolling stock damaged or destroyed by Russian attacks - NSDC
Ukraine’s Cabinet of Ministers, together with Ukrzaliznytsia JSC, has been instructed to take measures to restore and replenish rolling stock, including the locomotive fleet, damaged or destroyed as a result of Russian attacks, through the implementation of state support programs and by attracting international assistance.
The Ukrainian government, in collaboration with Ukrzaliznytsia, has been mandated to restore and replenish the damaged or destroyed rolling stock resulting from Russian attacks. This directive, outlined in a National Security and Defense Council (NSDC) decision from August 5, 2026, and enacted via presidential decree No. 838/2026, was recently made public on the president's official website.
The government's responsibility encompasses simplifying public procurement procedures and exploring the leasing or purchase of rolling stock, including used locomotives. Furthermore, the Cabinet of Ministers must update resilience plans based on the feasibility of implementing these measures prior to the heating season, secure co-financing for Kyiv’s plan, and seek additional funding sources, including international partners.
Additionally, the government aims to establish reserves of fuel, equipment, and materials, as well as safeguard critical infrastructure facilities. According to Ukrzaliznytsia data, Russia has launched 6,100 attacks on Ukrainian infrastructure since the onset of the war, with over 1,500 of these attacks occurring between January 1 and August 20, 2026.
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