| Given its massive modernization needs, centrality to Russia’s economy, and considerable revenue flow (an esti-mated $1 billion in profits in 1999), the Russian rail sector represents one of the world’s largest markets for equipment supply (including rolling stock/locomotives, track
maintenance, and other rail accessories), telecommunications, and rail management systems. Importantly, most experts agree that the United States offers Russia the best global model for freight railroading, based on technological factors related to distances, volumes, and climate conditions. Currently, the Russian Government is actively seek-ing ways to upgrade the railway network and rolling stock and to attract foreign investment.
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Transportation & communications
