Dutch military adds railway steel to rush troops to NATO’s east flank

Rudy Ruitenberg

05 March 2025

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The Netherlands Defence Ministry is expanding its fleet of railway wagons to support NATO's eastern flank. The wagons will enable faster deployment of troops and supplies, reducing reliance on commercial providers, enhancing military readiness.

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Dutch military adds railway steel to rush troops to NATO’s east flank

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