Iran’s Minister of Roads and Urban Development Launches Phase One of Housing Development Project on Abu Musa Island

Iran’s Minister of Roads and Urban Development, Farzaneh Sadegh, has announced the launch of the first phase of a housing development project on Abu Musa Island during a one-day visit.

Iran Aims to Achieve 16 Million Tons of Transit with Central Asia

Iran is intensifying its efforts to establish an efficient multimodal transportation network with Central Asia, seeking to boost cargo transit between the regions to 16 million tons.

Iran Prioritizes Transport Network Modernization to Drive Sustainable Transit Revenues

Iran’s Minister of Roads and Urban Development, Farzaneh Sadegh, has highlighted the strategic importance of modernizing the country’s transport infrastructure to secure sustainable national revenues through transit.

Need for Overhauling Border Processes to Enhance Transit and Facilitate Cargo Transport

In a recent statement, Amin Taraffo, head of the International Affairs Center at the Ministry of Roads and Urban Development, underscored the urgent need to reform border procedures and re-engineer crossing systems, alongside enhancing physical border infrastructure. These initiatives are deemed crucial for advancing transit capabilities and facilitating cargo transport—an overarching priority for the Ministry.

Iran, Azerbaijan Discuss Roadmap for 15 Million Tons of Transit

Iran's Minister of Roads and Urban Development, Farzaneh Sadegh, in a joint meeting with Azerbaijan's Deputy Prime Minister, Shahin Mustafayev, emphasized the need for creating a roadmap to achieve the goal of 15 million tons of annual transit between the two countries.

Iran and Qatar Sign Agreement on Qatari Investment in Dayyer Port Development

Iran and Qatar have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) for Qatari investment in the large-scale development of Dayyer commercial port in southern Iran’s Bushehr province. The agreement was finalized during a recent visit by Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian to Doha, where he met with Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani.

Over 10.6 Million Tons of Essential Goods Unloaded at Ports in First Half of 1403

Iran's ports handled over 10.6 million tons of essential goods in the first half of 1403, marking a 10% increase compared to the same period last year.

Iran's Road Transit Surges by 73% in First Five Months of 1403

Iran's road transport sector has seen a significant 73% increase in freight transit in the first five months of 1403, highlighting a substantial boost in economic activity and trade.

Iran’s Rail Transit Sees 47% Increase in First Five Months of 1403

Iran's railway sector witnessed a remarkable 47% increase in rail transit during the first five months of 1403 compared to the same period last year, highlighting the country's efforts to enhance its transportation infrastructure and economic exchanges.

Talks Held to Complete North-South Transport and Railway Corridors

Iran's Minister of Roads and Urban Development, Farzaneh Sadegh, met with Igor Levitin, Senior Aide and Special Representative to the Russian President, to discuss the completion of the North-South transport and railway corridors. The meeting took place during Levitin’s tenth official visit to Iran, reflecting ongoing efforts to enhance infrastructural cooperation between the two nations.

Iranian President Calls for Interconnected Communication Routes Across the Region

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has emphasized the importance of establishing an interconnected network of communication routes between Iran and neighboring countries, stressing that these links should be grounded in secure, economic, and political preparations. Speaking at a recent government delegation meeting, Pezeshkian called for urgent action to strengthen regional connectivity, with a particular focus on infrastructure projects.

Iranian President Backs Shalamcheh-Basra Railway Project During Iraq Visit

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has reaffirmed his strong support for the Shalamcheh-Basra railway project, emphasizing the need for its accelerated construction during his official visit to Iraq.

A female Minister proposed for Iran's Ministry of Roads and Urban Development

Pezeshkian proposed a female minister, Farzaneh Sadegh Malvajerd, for Iran's Ministry of Roads and Urban Development with 28 years of experience in urban planning and architecture.

Iran's transit 57 percent up in 2024

The upward trend for transit through Iran's territory beat the record of 17.8 million tons in 2023.

As per the Article 57 of the 7th National Development Plan of Iran

MRUD holds the first meeting of National Transit Center

The 7th National Development Plan of Iran (2024-2029) has delegated the responsibility of integrated management of transit in Iran to the Ministry of Roads and Urban Development.

Kerman-Dubai direct flight launches

For the first time, Kerman Province will have direct flights to Dubai allowing for connection of this Province to 150 destinations.

Ahvaz-Andimeshk Railway completed

Two airport projects at Ilam and Ramsar Airports and one rail project for completion of Ahvaz-Andimeshk Railway are inaugurated today.

Iran's proposal to the South Asian Meteorological Association

The head of Iran Meteorological Organization, Sahar Tajbakhsh, proposed for reforming the South Asian Meteorological Association (SAMA) structure by including a working group for protecting all the people of Asia from the risk of atmospheric hazards. 

Transit along the INSTC

Russia transited consignment to India through Iran's territory

Russia has sent consignments via rail to India through Iran's territory along the International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC).

With the operation of Iran-China freight train

China-Iran-Europe Railway Corridor launched  

Iran and China launched a new railway corridor via Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan.

Iran and Kyrgyzstan approved an MoU for port development  

Iran's Ports and Maritime Organization (PMO) and the National Investments Agency of Kyrgyzstan approved an MoU for development of the southern ports of Iran. 

Latest performance of MRUD in the port and maritime sector

Iran's maritime transit 49% up in 2024

Based on the performance report of the PMO since August 2021 which was presented in a press conference today, both the sea trade and transit are recording 10 and 49 percent growth respectively in 2024 compared to the same period in the last year. 

Latest performance of MRUD in the Aviation Sector

Two hundred new projects for investments at Iran's airports

Deputy ministers of the aviation sector at Iran's Ministry of Roads and Urban Development reported related performance during the 13th Government since August 2021.

Latest performance of MRUD in housing and urban development 

Deputy ministers of housing and urban development at Iran's Ministry of Roads and Urban Development reported related performance during the 13th Government since August 2021.

Iran Air made 50,107 flights in 30 months

The total number of domestic and international flights of the Islamic Republic of Iran Airline, Iran Air, during 2.5 years of the 13th Government were reported 50,107 flights.

Aseman Airline launches flights to Russia

Aseman Airline launches flights to Moscow and Saint Petersburg on Fridays. 

Rasht-Caspian Railway inaugurated 

The Rasht-Caspian Railway as part of the INSTC inaugurated on Thursday.

Trilateral road transport meeting between Iran, Azerbaijan and Russia held

Iran, Azerbaijan, and Russia held the first high-level tripartite meeting at the borders of Magaramkent, Yarag-Kazmaliar, Khanoba, Tagirkent-Kaymalzar, Astara-Astara.

Tehran, Seoul exchanged experiences in urban regeneration

Within the cooperation framework of the UN-Habitat, Tehran and Seoul shared experiences regarding their approaches to urban regeneration with the centrality of community and neighborhood.