However, the company’s financial results for 2025 were significantly negatively impacted by restructuring measures implemented in response to the gradual decline in traffic volumes faced by most European national rail carriers. “In response to the unfavorable situation in the rail freight transport market, ČD Cargo implemented the next phase of restructuring, which entailed a reduction in excess capacity of wagons, locomotives, employees, and other company expenses. The loss exceeding CZK 3.8 billion was thus primarily influenced by the creation of a restructuring reserve and the write-down of assets no longer needed in the future. The aim of these steps is to adapt the size of ČD Cargo to market conditions and thereby ensure its long-term financial stability,” adds Michal Krapinec.
In the first three months of this year, the situation improved slightly; our company managed to increase the volume of transported timber and iron, and the automotive sector also reported positive results.
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