Controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2004
Corruption investigation involving general manager
General manager Akaki Chkhaidze was arrested in 2004 amid corruption allegations and reportedly spent several months in custody before redeeming himself for $3 million. The episode occurred alongside broader criticism of neglected maintenance, low rolling-stock availability and weak governance.