The consultations focused on transport connections between Europe and Central Asia were held in Brussels on the sidelines of the Connecting Europe Days 2024 event (2-5 April 2024), the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Belgium reports. The meeting was attended by the head of the Department of Foreign Economic Relations and Logistics of the Agency of Maritime and River Transport of … [Read more...]
Arkadag Berdimuhamedov is on an official visit to Tajikistan – Turkmenistan and Tajikistan outline promising areas of cooperation
On 4-5 April 2024, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov is on a two-day official visit to Tajikistan. On the first day of the visit, Berdimuhamedov met with President Emomali Rahmon, as well as with Chairman of the Majlisi Milli Majlisi Oli (Parliament) of Tajikistan Rustami Emomali. Before the … [Read more...]
The new corridors of global trade
Tatiana Rey-Bellet, Director TIR and Transit at IRU Recent crises have shifted global trade routes. Trade facilitation tools and digitalisation are needed more than ever to facilitate the flow of goods. Geopolitical developments over the past few years have redefined trade routes, with freight flows through traditional routes, such as the northern Eurasian corridors, … [Read more...]
Pakistan Breaks Ground on Central Asian Trade with First Direct Shipment to Tajikistan
Recently, the National Logistics Corporation (NLC) of Pakistan carried out the first direct delivery of cargo to Tajikistan. A batch of Pakistani potatoes travelled 1,400 km in just 7 days, reaching Dushanbe, Tajikistan's capital, via a China-routed path bypassing Afghanistan. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Pakistan, the first direct shipment of cargo was … [Read more...]
Turkmenbashi International Port announces 50% discounts on all types of transit cargo
The Turkmenbashi International Seaport announces a grandiose promotion: a 50% discount on all types of transit cargo, the Agency for Maritime and River Transport of Turkmenistan "Turkmendenizderyayollary" reports. The discount is provided to all shippers, regardless of the country of origin or destination of the cargo and applies to all types of transit cargo, including … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan’s TULM Offers Discounts on CASCA+ Corridor
The Transport and Logistics Center of Turkmenistan (TULM) is facilitating imports and expanding rail transportation options. They offer multimodal cargo movement for essential goods entering the country. TULM highlights their services for cargo originating in Türkiye. They propose a multimodal solution using Etrek station (Balkan province, bordering Iran) – a key logistics … [Read more...]
TIR-EPD system is in effect at all customs posts of Turkmenistan
The State Customs Service of Turkmenistan has implemented the TIR-Electronic Pre-Declaration (TIR-EPD) system at all border checkpoints, including Altyn Asyr, Artyk, Sarakhs, Serkhetabat, Imamnazar, Farap, Dashoguzavtoyollary, and Garabogaz. This digital initiative simplifies and expedites the movement of international cargo across Turkmenistan's borders. Developed by the … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan offers Armenia to benefit from transport opportunities through Iran and Turkmenistan
The Kazakhstani-Armenian business forum, organized by the Union of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs of Armenia and the Diplomatic Club "Astana", was held in Yerevan on 27-31 March 2024. The forum fostered Business-to-Business (B2B) negotiations between representatives from various sectors – logistics, industry, IT, and trade. During the business forum, Kaiyrbolat Sakhmetov, … [Read more...]
Turkmen Railways had a meeting with the Ambassador of Tajikistan
The Railway Agency of Turkmenistan ("Turkmendemiryollary") hosted a meeting on 30 March 2024, with Tajikistan's Ambassador to Turkmenistan, Vafo Niyatbekzoda. During the meeting, the sides exchanged views on the current state and future prospects of bilateral cooperation in the field of railway transport. In particular, special attention was paid to increasing the volume of … [Read more...]
EDB Report: Infrastructure in Eurasia: short-term and medium-term trends
The Eurasian Development Bank’s (EDB) latest report titled Infrastructure in Eurasia: Short-Term and Medium-Term Trends highlights ten significant trends in the region’s energy, transportation, logistics, water supply and telecommunications sectors. Through meticulous monitoring, the EDB has identified ten important short- and medium-term investment and institutional … [Read more...]
Turkmen and Russian logistics specialists establish partnerships
Turkmenistan's logistics sector is strengthening its regional ties with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Turkmen Logistics Association and Russia's Afanasy Nikitin Association in February 2024. This cooperation aims to develop the forwarding and transport logistics industries in both countries and the wider region, writes Akmukhammet Yusubov, … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Italy Deepen Transport Cooperation
Turkmenistan and Italy have signed two memoranda of understanding (MOUs) to strengthen cooperation in the areas of maritime and railway transport, according to the Italian Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport. The signing ceremony took place in Rome during a meeting between a Turkmen delegation led by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov and … [Read more...]
Visit of the Turkmen delegation to Belgium
From 17 to 19 March 2024, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov headed a delegation on a working visit to Belgium. The European Union and Turkmenistan stand for the further development of mutually beneficial partnership On March 18, 2024, as part of the working visit of the Turkmen delegation to Brussels, a number of meetings … [Read more...]
Annual Trade Between Turkmenistan and Russia exceeds US $ 1.6 bln, says Ambassador Volynkin
Russia has been one of the key trading partners for Turkmenistan over the past five years, with annual trade exceeding $1.6 billion, according to Russian Ambassador Ivan Volynkin. He highlighted a positive trend: imports of Turkmen textiles and food products to Russia have nearly doubled, he said in interview with Azerbaijani news agency Trend. Regular discussions at high … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and EBRD Discuss Cooperation in Energy, Transport, and More
On 14 March 2024, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov met with EBRD's Vice President for Policy and Partnerships, Mark Bowman. The key topics of the discussion were the prospects for cooperation in the field of energy, green energy, transport, and agriculture. The energy sector was named as a new promising area of cooperation. The commitment of Turkmenistan, which has rich … [Read more...]
Central Asian countries are building new transport corridors and changing logistics
Serikbol Koshmaganbetov Geopolitical turbulence in the world is radically changing the infrastructure of transport flows in Central Asia. Asian countries are eager to send their cargo to Europe via the historic Great Silk Road. What is the current development of cargo transportation logistics in Central Asian countries, read the material of the correspondent of Kazinform … [Read more...]
Transport and logistics cooperation: Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan are strategic partners
During their summit talks in Baku on 11 March 2024, Presidents Kassym-Jomart Tokayev of Kazakhstan and Ilham Aliyev of Azerbaijan placed particular emphasis on transport and logistics cooperation, recognizing its strategic importance for strengthening bilateral relations. In addition to resources, the struggle for access to transport and logistics opportunities is now … [Read more...]
Cargo transit through Turkmenistan increased by 206% over the past three years
Since the beginning of 2020, the volume of transit cargo through Turkmenistan has soared by 206% or three times, which indicates its growing role as an important transit hub on the Silk Road. These data are reported by the State Customs Service of Turkmenistan. At the same time, road transportation increased by 585%, and the volume of railway cargo transportation posted 104% … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan road transport priorities on the table
The implementation of TIR Green Lanes, eTIR and training capacity topped the agenda during the first meeting between IRU’s Secretary General and the new UN Permanent Representative of Turkmenistan. The Secretary General of IRU, Umberto de Pretto, and Vepa Hajiyev, the new Permanent Representative of Turkmenistan to the United Nations Office at Geneva, discussed the importance … [Read more...]
Italian Senator Urges Businesses to Focus on Central Asia’s Potential
The Italian Senate recently hosted a conference on the "Middle Corridor: safe transit route between Italy, Azerbaijan, and Central Asia”, according to Uzbekistan news outlet “Dunyo”. The event, organized by the Italian Institute for Asia (ISIA), brought together Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Italy Edmondo Cirielli, heads of diplomatic … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan President Tokayev sees Trans-Caspian route hitting 10 million tons
President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev of Kazakhstan expects cargo volumes on the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (TITR) to reach 10 million tons in the future, taking into account strong demand and technological advancements. Tokayev, visiting Azerbaijan on 11-12 March 2024, made these remarks in an interview with Azerbaijani APA news agency. He emphasized the … [Read more...]
Merchant Marine Fleet of Turkmenistan offers feeder transport services
JSC "Merchant Marine Fleet" of Turkmenistan reminds businesses of their established feeder transportation service on the Turkmenbashi - Baku - Turkmenbashi route, operational since January 2023. Feeder transportation, also known as short-sea shipping, plays a crucial role in international containerized cargo movement. It allows for the efficient transportation of general … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and AD Ports Group Discuss Strengthening Transport and Logistics Cooperation
Representatives from Turkmenistan's transport and communication sector met with officials from the UAE's AD Ports Group in Abu Dhabi on a recent working visit. The delegation, led by Deputy Director General B. Annaev of the Agency for Transport and Communications and Director General M. Byashimov of the Transport and Logistics Center of Turkmenistan (TULM), explored avenues … [Read more...]
TAPI Gas Pipeline, Power Lines, and Transport Infrastructure on the Agenda in Turkmenistan-Afghanistan Talks
On March 5, 2024, a meeting was held between the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov and the delegation that arrived in Turkmenistan, headed by the acting Minister of Industry and Commerce of Afghanistan Alhaj Nuruddin Azizi. During the negotiations, a wide range of issues related to the expansion of bilateral trade and economic relations were … [Read more...]
Arkadag Berdimuhamedov visited an exhibition of Afghan goods – met with Afghanistan minister for commerce and industry – Ahmet Calik attended the meeting
On 4 March 2024, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Khalk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov visited the exhibition of Afghan goods that started in Ashgabat and held a business meeting dedicated to the issues of integrated development of interstate cooperation, TDH reports. Berdimuhamedov began his visit by exploring the stand of an … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan hosts single-country exhibition of Afghanistan, joint Turkmen-Afghan business forum – several side events held
nCa Report The 3-day exhibition of the goods and services of Afghanistan started on 4 March 2024 in Ashgabat. The joint Turkmen-Afghan business forum and several side events were also held. This is a landmark mega-event for the business community of Afghanistan. The acting minister for commerce and industry of Afghanistan, Noor Uddin Azizi, is leading the Afghan delegation. … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan will build grain elevator at border with Afghanistan, other plans include construction of cargo handling facility, and railway line to Herat
The senior officials from Turkmenistan had a meeting with the Afghan delegation visiting Turkmenistan for the exhibition and the joint Turkmen-Business forum. The meeting took place on 4 March 2024. The sides exchanged notes on the progress on the joint projects and initiatives. The Turkmen side informed that there were plans for a project for the construction of a … [Read more...]
Speech by the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslakhaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov at the third Antalya Diplomatic Forum
(Antalya, March 1, 2024) Dear heads and members of delegations! Ladies and Gentlemen! First of all, I express my gratitude to the President of the Republic of Turkey, my dear brother Recep Tayyip Erdogan, for the invitation to this forum. I am also grateful to the organizers for the opportunity to speak at this prestigious forum, which, I want to note, is organized at a high … [Read more...]
Kyrgyzstan attaches great importance to the development of transport cooperation with Turkmenistan, says Kytgyz Transport and Communications Minister
On 29 February 2024, Ambassador of Turkmenistan to the Kyrgyz Republic Nuri Golliev met with Minister of Transport and Communications of the Kyrgyz Republic Tilek Tekebayev. At the meeting, Tekebayev noted that Turkmenistan is a strategic partner for Kyrgyzstan and the ministry attaches great importance to the development of bilateral cooperation in the transport sector, the … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Afghanistan discussed cooperation in the transport sector
On 27 February 2024, the Afghanistan delegation headed by Acting Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi met with Mammetkhan Chakiyev, Director General of the Agency for Transport and Communications under the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan, as part of a working visit to Turkmenistan, the Afghan Foreign Ministry reports. The meeting explored the prospects of expanding … [Read more...]
Turkmen Railways Accelerates Cargo Transit Times
Demiryollary JSC, the state-owned passenger and cargo carrier of the Turkmen railway network, is actively working to improve the efficiency of transit, import, and export cargo transportation through Turkmenistan. A key focus is on accelerating the movement of transit wagons through the country, and Demiryollary announces significant reductions in travel times achieved in … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Negotiates Spare Parts Deal with Chinese company for Merchant Marine Vessel
On 26 February 2024, representatives from the Balkan Shipbuilding and Repair Plant met with the Director and Commercial Manager of Weichai Holding Co. Ltd. in Kazakhstan, according to the Turkmen Maritime and River Transport Agency "Turkmendeñizderýaýollary." The meeting focused on acquiring necessary equipment and spare parts for the "Saparmyrat Niyazov," a bulk carrier … [Read more...]
Russian Railways Logistics Facilitates Delivery of Building Materials for Magtymguly Fragi Monument Project in Turkmenistan
JSC Russian Railways Logistics, the logistics arm of Russian Railways, has organized the rail transport of construction materials from Russia to Turkmenistan, according to a company statement. The St. Petersburg branch of Russian Railways Logistics spearheaded the project, delivering granite tiles and decorative elements needed for the new monument dedicated to the revered … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan Aims to Boost Transcaspian and North-South Transport Corridors
Kazakhstan is taking a proactive approach to enhance the capacity and efficiency of two critical transport corridors: the North-South corridor and the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (TITR). These efforts involve both internal strategies and international collaboration. To improve service, reduce cargo delivery time and provide services on the principle of a … [Read more...]
Turkmen Railways Streamlines Cargo Handling with Efficient Unloading and Loading Services – Tariffs
Turkmen Railways, through its 20th branch of the JSC Demiryollary (Railways), offers comprehensive and efficient unloading and loading services for international cargo shipments. This includes import, export, and transit operations across various stations throughout the country. At the Anau station in Akhal province, customers benefit from specialized services for unloading … [Read more...]
The Central Asia link
Anton Usov At the Second European Union (EU)-Central Asia Economic Forum at the end of May 2023, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) presented a study on sustainable transport connections between Central Asia and Europe. Funded by the European Commission, the study identified country-specific needs and measures to reduce transportation costs, increase … [Read more...]
Turkmen Railways Offer Attractive Discounts for International Transit via Turkmenbashi Port
The Turkmenbashi International Seaport presents a strategic location for transit, import, and export operations in the region. At a recent roundtable highlighting its role as a Central Asian export hub, a representative from Demiryollary JSC (Railways) announced several benefits for utilizing transit routes through the port in 2024: Significant Discounts: 40% discount: … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan Eyes Turkmenistan, Latvia as Alternatives for Troubled Road Freight Routes
Facing hurdles in European road freight transport, Kazakhstan explores alternative routes via Turkmenistan and Latvia. The proposal came from deputy of the Mazhilis of the Parliament Bolatbek Nazhmetdinuly during a meeting with Deputy Prime Minister Serik Zhumangarin. According to the Ministry of Transport of Kazakhstan, by the end of 2023, the total volume of road … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Railways Publishes Schedule for Transit Freight Trains
The official website of Turkmen Railways published a schedule for transit freight trains. *Local time (GMT+5) ///cross-post from Turkmenistan Railways … [Read more...]
Streamlining Cargo in Turkmenistan: Turkmenpost and Turkmen Railways Join Forces
The postal service company Turkmenpost and the national railway operator Turkmen Railways have launched a new automated cargo transportation management system. This collaboration aims to make shipping goods within the country significantly easier and faster. Benefits for cargo carriers: Effortless Documentation: The system offers most processes online, including … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan’s Maritime Merchant Fleet Sees Strong Growth in 2023
The total volume of cargo transported by the Turkmen Merchant Marine Fleet in 2023 surged by 19.7% compared to 2022, reaching 2.26 million tons, according to the Agency for Maritime and River Transport of Turkmenistan. This impressive achievement surpassed the fleet's cargo transportation plan for the year by 30%. Key Highlights: Cargo turnover: 17.2% increase, reaching … [Read more...]
Turkmenbashi and Amirabad Ports Forge Partnership
Representatives from the Agency of Maritime and River Transport of Turkmenistan (Turkmendenizderyayollary) met with their counterparts at the Amirabad Port Special Economic Zone in Iran on 14 February 2024, during the Iran Maritime Economy Forum. Turkmen delegates were welcomed by representatives of the Iranian Foreign Ministry, the Mazendaran Chamber of Commerce and … [Read more...]
Turkmenbashi Port Employees Enhance Skills with International Training
The Turkmen Logistics Association, in collaboration with CILT Central Asia and USAID Trade Program in Central Asia, is equipping employees of the Turkmenbashi International Seaport with valuable skills through online training sessions led by international experts. First training focused on Maritime Management and Leadership. Kirill Samarai, a renowned maritime transportation … [Read more...]
Turkmen Specialists Visit Port of Valencia to Learn About Green Initiatives
Representatives from Turkmenistan's Agency for Maritime and River Transport ("Turkmendenizderyayollary") paid a working visit to the Port of Valencia, Spain, on 14-15 February 2024. This trip was part of the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) project “Promoting Green Ports and Connectivity in the Caspian Region.” The visit aimed to learn about the Port … [Read more...]
Turkmen transport companies took part in a webinar on the development of Eurasian multimodal transport
On 15 February 2024, the Association "Turkmen Logistics" together with the International Coordinating Council for Trans-Eurasian Transportation (ICCTT) organized a webinar: "New vectors of development of Eurasian multimodal transportation". The event gathered numerous participants, including high-ranking officials and top managers of transport companies. About 60 … [Read more...]
Experts Discuss Boosting Central Asian Exports through Turkmenbashi Port: Infrastructure, Services, and Partnerships Highlighted
Transport industry experts and representatives from regional associations in Central Asia convened virtually on 14 February 2024 to discuss the potential of the Turkmenbashi International Seaport as a key transit hub for exports from the region. Organized by the USAID Trade Program in Central Asia, in collaboration with the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport and … [Read more...]
Caspian Sea Collaboration: Turkmenistan, Iran Discuss Maritime Partnership
Delegates from the Turkmen Agency of Maritime and River Transport ("Turkmendenizderyayollary") participated in the "Iranian Maritime Economy" forum held in Tehran on 12-13 February 2024. Alongside transport companies, government agencies, and business groups from Iran, they discussed key issues: developing international trade and strengthening transport links between … [Read more...]
A round table on the topic: “The role of the Turkmenbashi International Seaport as a transit hub for Central Asian exports”
On 14 February 2024, an online round table titled "The role of the Turkmenbashi International Seaport as a transit hub for Central Asian exports", organized by the Turkmen Logistics Association and CILT Central Asia with the support of the USAID Trade Program in Central Asia. The purpose of the event is to raise awareness about the services provided by the Turkmenbashi … [Read more...]
Iran offers Fast Transit Times on North-South Rail Corridor: 3-5 Days from Turkmenistan to Bandar Abbas
Miad Salehi, Vice-Minister for Roads and Urban development, Director General of Islamic Republic of Iran Railways (RAI), announced impressive transit times for freight along the North-South corridor through Iran. Speaking at a maritime economy conference in Tehran, he stated that goods move from the Turkmenistan border (Sarakhs) to Bandar Abbas in just 3-5 days. Salehi … [Read more...]
The Association “Turkmen Logistics“ and the International Seaport of Turkmenbashi join forces to unlock the transport and transit potential of Turkmenistan
A strategic partnership between the Turkmen Logistics Association (TLA) and the Turkmenbashi International Seaport promises to unlock a new era of prosperity for Turkmenistan's transport and transit sector. Marked by the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding and a joint action plan for 2024, this collaboration lays the groundwork for extensive cooperation across several key … [Read more...]