Kindia Bauxite Company in Guinea has launched 10 new CDD 5B1 diesel locomotives, along with 95 wagons. This launch is done with the aim of increasing the haul capacity as well as reducing the time taken during travelling on its rail networks.
After the introduction of these locomotives, the company aims to uplift its overall bauxite production in Guinea-Conarky from 3.7 million tonnes to 5 million tonnes.
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With the ramped-up production, the firm has been able to create a total of 466 new jobs, which brings the total workforce of the firm to 1,768 as of now. Moreover, for the newly introduced locomotives, 22 Guinean drivers are provided with training programs to help them operate the new fleet.
In addition to this, the firm is also undertaking infrastructure investments which shall cover the cost of rail modernisation, new stations and mining roads.
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