The Central Bohemia Region and Prague today signed a 30-year contract with České dráhy (ČD), the Czech national railway operator, for the operation of commuter train services. The contract is valued at 165 billion Czech crowns (approximately $7 billion USD). This represents the largest-ever transportation contract awarded to a railway operator in the Czech Republic. The agreement will ensure continued and improved commuter rail service connecting Prague with the surrounding Central Bohemia Region. It signifies a long-term commitment to public transport infrastructure and regional accessibility. The deal aims to enhance connectivity and support economic development within Central Bohemia and Prague. The contract’s extended duration provides ČD with stability and allows for long-term investment in the rail network.