There are currently 25 operators (21 freight carriers and four passenger carriers) using CFR’s railway network.
“There is an improvement in operating earnings in the context of a decline, starting 2008, in passenger and freight traffic,” said CFR SA general manager George Micu.
The company’s total revenues increased in the first half by 3.5%, to RON1.16 billion, and exploitation revenues increased 7.2%, to RON890 million. The company’s pre-tax profit increased 36% in the first half, to RON178.5 million.
The company’s arrears decreased 50%, to RON1.06 billion, and its receivables increased 5.2%, to RON1.4 billion.