On 10 January 2024, a meeting of the Turkmen-Uzbek expert working group on fees and charges levied during international road transport by carriers of Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan was held, the Ministry of Transport of Uzbekistan reports. At the videoconference meeting, the parties discussed the following issues: • Streamlining the fees levied on carriers from both countries … [Read more...]
Turkmen Transport Inspection starts issuing permits for foreign carriers engaged in international transportation by vehicles registered in Turkmenistan
Since 15 January 2024, the branches of the State Enterprise "Turkmenulaggozegchilik" (Turkmen Transport Inspection) under the Agency "Turkmenavtoulaglary" (Turkmen Motor transport) will begin issuing permits for foreign carriers to utilize vehicles registered in Turkmenistan for international transport. The departments of permits and document analysis will operate in the Akhal … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan’s Private Logistics and Transport Companies Rise: Building Bridges across Asia and Europe
Turkmenistan, being a vital link between East and West, is actively reclaiming its historical role as a connecting bridge between Europe and Asia. Ambitious plans envision the country becoming the key transit and logistics hub of Central Asia. Driving this vision is the Turkmen Logistics Association, whose member companies are boldly expanding their international reach and … [Read more...]
Brussels to host Investors Forum for EU-Central Asia Transport Connectivity
Brussels will host Investors Forum for EU-Central Asia Transport Connectivity on 29-30 January 2024, European Commission reports. The Global Gateway Transport Investors Forum takes forward the conclusions of the EU-commissioned Study on Sustainable Transport Corridors between the EU and Central Asia, and aims to translate the political commitments of the EU and the five … [Read more...]
China’s major manufacturing hub opens new TIR route with Uzbekistan
Shenzhen is accelerating the development of TIR transport corridors connecting China to Central Asia to facilitate growing trade volumes, slashing delivery times. Following the successful launch of the Shenzhen (China) and Almaty (Kazakhstan) TIR route in 2023, a new route connecting Shenzhen to Uzbekistan’s capital, Tashkent, has been activated by IRU member ZZHY. A Chinese … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan, Afghanistan Discuss Boosting Torghundi Port Capacity
On 8 January 2024, the Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Afghanistan, Khoja Ovezov, met with the head of the Afghan Railways Administration (ARA), Maulavi Bakht-ur-Rahman Sharafat, in Kabul. Their discussions centered on strengthening bilateral cooperation in railway connectivity and transit between the two nations. A key focus of the meeting was enhancing the capacity of the … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan’s initiated United Nations General Assembly resolutions on transport and energy connectivity have been officially published in six languages
In December 2023, the UN General Assembly approved two resolutions initiated by Turkmenistan – on transport and energy. Resolutions entitled "Strengthening the links between all modes of transport to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals" and "The pivotal role of reliable and stable energy connectivity in driving sustainable development" have now been officially published … [Read more...]
Istanbul meeting paves the way for the development of the Uzbekistan–Turkmenistan–Iran–Türkiye multimodal transport corridor
The first meeting of the railway administrations of the participating countries of the multimodal transport corridor Uzbekistan - Turkmenistan – Iran – Türkiye was held in Istanbul, where important issues related to the development of this transport route were discussed, the Information and Analytical Media Center of Uzbekistan Temir Yullari (Uzbek Railways) reports. The key … [Read more...]
Russian Logistics Operator Opens Transport Services between Turkmenistan and Russia
PEC, a prominent Russian multiservice logistics operator, has launched direct deliveries of combined cargo between Turkmenistan and Russia via the eastern branch of the North-South International Transport Corridor (INSTC), Logistics.ru reports. The new service offers regular bi-weekly flights with plans to increase frequency next year. PEC provides comprehensive solutions for … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan Seeks Access to Pakistani Seaports to Boost Trade
Kazakhstan is interested in gaining access to Pakistani seaports, such as Gwadar and Karachi, to promote exports to the markets of Pakistan and South Asia and to increase the attractiveness of the transit potential of the two countries in entering the markets of the Persian Gulf and East Africa. This was stated by the Minister of Trade and Integration of Kazakhstan Arman … [Read more...]
The UN General Assembly adopted a resolution on transport, initiated by Turkmenistan
On December 19, 2023, the UN General Assembly at the 48th plenary meeting of the 78th session unanimously adopted a resolution: Strengthening connections between all modes of transport to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals. The resolution, initiated by Turkmenistan, was co-sponsored by 47 states. This resolution calls on Member States to support the continued … [Read more...]
Russian Railways extend discounts on transportation on the eastern branch of the North-South corridor
The Board of Russian Railways has decided to extend for 2024 the previously introduced discounts for the transportation of a wide range of goods. In particular, 20% discounts are extended for export-import container shipments through Russian-Kazakhstan border crossings, provided that the cargo also passes through the Bolashak – Serkhetyaka border crossing between Kazakhstan … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan convened Fourth Meeting of the Group of Friends of Sustainable Transport
On December 14, 2023, the Fourth Meeting of the Group of Friends of Sustainable Transport took place in a virtual format, chaired by Turkmenistan. The meeting was attended by heads and representatives of diplomatic missions to the UN from the Group’s member countries, as well as invited Permanent Missions among the co-sponsors of the UN General Assembly resolutions on global … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan’s Maritime Fleet Transported Over 2 Million Tons of Cargo in January-November 2023
The total volume of cargo transported by the ships of the Turkmenistan Maritime Trade Fleet in January-November 2023 amounted to 2.064 million tons, or 21.6% up year-on-year. In general, the fleet's cargo transportation plan for January-November 2023 was fulfilled by 129.4%, according to a press release from the Fleet. Cargo turnover in January-November 2023 amounted to … [Read more...]
Transport and communication sector of Turkmenistan is one of the drivers of the national economy
The share of the transport and communications sector in Turkmenistan's GDP amounted to 8.8% in 2022, increasing from 7.4% in 2015, driven by significant investments. This was announced by Deputy Chairman of the Agency for Transport and Communications under the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan Batyr Annayev, speaking at a meeting of ministers of landlocked developing … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan’s trade turnover with the CIS countries exceeded $2.6 billion (Updated)
Turkmenistan's foreign trade turnover with the states of the Commonwealth of Independent States in January-October 2023 exceeded US $2.6 billion or 16.5% of the country’s total foreign trade turnover. This was stated by Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan Khojamyrat Geldimyradov, speaking at a meeting of the Council of Heads of Government of the CIS … [Read more...]
Afghanistan Foreign Ministry: Turkmenistan Seeks Billion-Dollar Trade Boost with Afghanistan, Discusses TAPI Pipeline
Ashgabat has set a target on significantly expanding trade with Afghanistan, aiming to reach US $1 billion of trade turnover, according to the Afghanistan Foreign Ministry. The statement came during a two-day visit by Turkmenistan Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov to the Afghanistan province of Herat. Meredov met with Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi and other high-ranking … [Read more...]
Turkmenbashi International Seaport offers a new system of tariff rates
In order to create a logistics center in the international seaport of Turkmenbashi and in line with the improvement of tariff policy, as well as the creation of a cargo base on the territory of the port, Turkmenbashi port offers a new tariff system. Tariff rates Note: Incoming and outgoing vessels with transit cargoes are accepted without waiting in line; … [Read more...]
Since the beginning of 2023, 85,000 Iranian and Turkish trucks have entered Turkmenistan – the Turkmenbashi port offers ample opportunities for cargo transit to Europe and Russia
Since the beginning of the year, an average of 85,000 Turkish and Iranian trucks carrying transit and import goods have entered Turkmenistan from Iran, the Agency for Maritime and River Transport of Turkmenistan "Turkmendeñizderýaýollary" reports. There are plans to establish feeder sea transportation between Iranian ports and Turkmenbashi. Given the potential for … [Read more...]
Turkmen Logistics and LAFF discussed trade opportunities between Turkmenistan and the Baltic States
On 15 December 2023, the Turkmen Logistics Association and the Latvian Association of Freight Forwarders and Logistics (LAFF) held an online meeting, which was attended by member companies of both organizations. The meeting was organized with the aim of promoting the development of international trade relations and was devoted to the topic “Trade opportunities between the … [Read more...]
Russia’s FESCO and Uzbek Railways agreed to advance transit routes through Turkmenistan
Major Russian transport and logistics player FESCO and Uzbek Railways agreed to develop new transit routes through Turkmenistan, opening up corridors to Turkey, Africa, and the Mediterranean. This agreement was reached following a recent meeting in Tashkent between Andrey Severilov, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the FESCO Transport Group, and Abdumalik Kamildzhanov, … [Read more...]
Turkmen Airlines launches flights from Tatarstan to Thailand with a stopover in Ashgabat
Turkmenistan Airlines has been launching passenger flights on the route Moscow (Russia) - Ashgabat – Bangkok (Thailand), the Turkmen air carrier reports. Flights will be operated once a week on Fridays and back flight - on Sundays. The approximate travel time, taking into account the stopover, is about 12-14 hours. The ticket can be purchased online on the website of the … [Read more...]
Azerbaijani Cargo Carrier Launches New Service Linking Central Asia and Europe
ADY Container, a subsidiary of Azerbaijan Railways CJSC, has partnered with shipping giant COSCO Shipping Lines to launch a new container service connecting the ports of Aktau (Kazakhstan), Turkmenbashi (Turkmenistan), and Constanta (Romania). This marks a significant development for regional trade and transportation, offering a faster and more efficient route between Central … [Read more...]
Turkmen Airlines launches flights from Tatarstan to Thailand with a connection in Ashgabat
From 22 December 2023, Turkmenistan Airlines has been launching passenger flights on the route Kazan (Tatarstan, Russia) - Ashgabat – Bangkok (Thailand), the Turkmen air carrier reports. Flights will be operated 2 times a week on Saturdays and Sundays. The ticket price includes: -flight -luggage 25 kg -full hot meals on all sections of the route The approximate travel … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan’s Cargo Carriers Divert Routes to Turkmenistan and Iran Amid EU Border Closures
Kazakhstan’s cargo carriers bound for Europe are reorienting their routes to Turkmenistan and Iran to ensure unhindered transit. This was announced by Vice Minister of Transport of Kazakhstan Satzhan Ablaliyev at a government meeting on Tuesday, 5 December 2023. Ablaliyev noted a positive trend in recent years, with Kazakhstani carriers increasing their share in the EU cargo … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan’s Civil Aviation Fleet Bolstered with New Boeing 777-300 ER Airliner
In a significant boost to its civil aviation capabilities, Turkmenistan welcomed the arrival of a brand-new Boeing 777-300 ER passenger airliner at Ashgabat International Airport on Monday, 4 December 2023, as reported by TDH. This marks the first of two state-of-the-art aircraft of this model, acquired through a contract signed with the renowned American aircraft … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan: A major regional hub of international corridors
Sapa Gurbanberdiev, a leading specialist of the Economic Society "Türkmen logistika ulgamy" One of the strategically important directions of Turkmenistan's foreign policy is the development of transport and communication links at both the regional and international levels to achieve the Global Agenda for Sustainable Development for the period up to 2030. The Program for the … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Afghanistan Establish Joint Committee to Enhance Railway Cooperation
On 1 December 2023, a delegation from Afghanistan led by Bakht Rahman Sharafat, Director General of the Afghanistan Railway Administration, met with Azat Atamyradov, Head of the Turkmendemiryollary Agency (Turkmen Railways). According to the Afghanistan Railway Authority's press service, the meeting focused on in-depth discussions regarding bilateral cooperation in the railway … [Read more...]
Azerbaijan and Kyrgyzstan Explore Multimodal Transportation through Turkmenistan
Kyrgyzstan and Azerbaijan have initiated discussions on establishing a multimodal cargo transportation route via the International Port of Turkmenbashi, a Caspian Sea port in Turkmenistan. This development holds the potential to streamline the movement of goods between the two countries and enhance economic cooperation. Representatives of Kyrgyzstan's Ministry of … [Read more...]
Five Steps to Economic Resilience in the Caucasus and Central Asia
By Eugene Zhukov, Lyaziza Sabyrova, Roman Mogilevskii The ability of the economies of the Caucasus and Central Asia to effectively respond to external shocks critically depends on their cooperation in diversifying trade and transport routes. The right policies and development of the Middle Corridor is a key to success. In the last several years, the countries of the … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan to Jointly Develop Corridor from China to Iran
Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan have agreed to jointly develop the China–Kazakhstan–Turkmenistan–Iran corridor. The agreement was reached during the first meeting of the Kazakh-Turkmen joint working group on the development of transport, transit, and logistics, held in Ashgabat on 26-27 November 2023. The meeting was co-chaired by Vice Minister of Transport of the Republic of … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and China reaffirm their commitment to deepening comprehensive strategic partnership
On 29 November 2023, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and foreign minister Rashid Meredov met with Member of the Standing Committee of the Politburo of the CPC Central Committee and Vice Premier of the State Council of the People's Republic of China Ding Xuexiang. Meredov highlighted the dynamic development of Turkmen-Chinese ties across a broad spectrum of … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and China signed an agreement on international road transport
On 29 November 2023, the 6th meeting of the Turkmen-Chinese Intergovernmental Cooperation Committee was held in Ashgabat, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan reports. The Turkmen delegation was led by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov, while the Chinese delegation was headed by Member of the Standing Committee of … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan launches new railway project, improving regional connectivity and boosting trade
On Monday, 27 November, Kazakhstan started construction of a new railway line that will connect the southernmost regions of Kazakhstan with the rest of the country and improve transport connectivity with neighboring Uzbekistan. The project is expected to be completed in 2025. The 152 km long Darbaza – Maktaaral railway line will allow to reorient cargo from the existing … [Read more...]
Russia-Turkmenistan Trade Surges 11.6% as Trade via Eastern Branch of International North -South Transport Corridor Booms
Russia and Turkmenistan have witnessed a remarkable 11.6% surge in their bilateral trade turnover this year and the lion’s share of the trade is conditioned by the growth of trade flows via Turkmenistan from Iran. This is evident from remarks by Mikhail Rumyantsev, Executive Director of the Russian–Turkmen Business Council “Many already want to unload goods at Bandar Abbas … [Read more...]
Transport and Logistics Center of Turkmenistan announces tariffs for cargo transportation from Russian seaports of Makhachkala and Astrakhan via Turkmenbashi port
"Transport and Logistics Center of Turkmenistan" offers comprehensive rates for multimodal transportation of grain crops from the ports of Astrakhan and Makhachkala in transit through the Turkmenbashi International Seaport In the opposite direction Turkmenbashi port - Astrakhan port / Makhachkala port, cargo transportation costs US $ 10 per ton. Note: The rate does … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan offers new parking for international transport
A new parking lot is available in Turkmenistan for international transport operations on the territory of the country, the International Association of Automobile Carriers (BAMAP) reports with reference to the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Turkmenistan. The parking lot is located on the 16th kilometer of the Ashgabat-Mary highway of the Economic Management Parking Center … [Read more...]
Russian Railways Logistics Expedites Flour Transit Through Turkmenistan
Russian Railways Logistics, the logistics arm of JSC Russian Railways, has expanded its operations to include the transit transportation of flour from Russia to Turkmenistan. The company's Saratov branch has successfully organized rail shipments of flour from a major processing plant in the region to Turkmenistan, utilizing a route that transits Kazakhstan through the Kigash … [Read more...]
Foreign Ministry announces Turkmenistan’s accession to the TRACECA corridor basic Agreement
On 14 November 2023, Turkmenistan joined the Basic Multilateral Agreement on International Transport for the Development of the Europe–Caucasus–Asia Corridor, the basic legal document of the TRACECA (Transport Corridor Europe-Caucasus-Asia), the country's Foreign Ministry reports. The Multilateral Agreement on International Transport for the Development of the … [Read more...]
Ashgabat Hosts Meeting on CASCA+ Multimodal Transport Corridor Development
A three-day meeting of heads of railway departments from countries participating in the international multimodal transport corridor "Countries of the Asia-Pacific region-China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan-Turkmenistan-Azerbaijan-Georgia-Türkiye-Europe" (CASCA+) kicked off in Ashgabat on 15 November. Representatives from the public and private sectors of CASCA+ member countries … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan’s Merchant Marine Fleet increases Cargo Transportation by 23.8%
The Merchant Marine Fleet of Turkmenistan witnessed a significant surge in cargo transportation, with the total volume reaching 1.884 million tons in January-October 2023, marking a 23.8% increase compared to the corresponding period of 2022, according to the official website of the department. This remarkable achievement reflects the fleet's unwavering commitment to … [Read more...]
Turkmen Railways releases transit time and distance data for wagons traveling via Turkmenistan
The agency “Turkmen Railways” (Turkmendemiryollary) released information about the transit time of wagons through the territory of Turkmenistan by rail. The information includes data on the distances between border crossing points at the entry and exit of the country, as well as the estimated travel time between stations. Entry border crossing (rail station) Exit … [Read more...]
Tajikistan and Iran to boost ties with new agreements on transport, technology, and visa-free travel
On 8 November 2023, President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon and President of Iran Ibrahim Raisi held summit talks in Dushanbe. On the sidelines of negotiations, a package of 18 agreements on cooperation in a variety of fields, including transport, science and culture, sports, and information technology. Tajikistan expressed interest in implementing major joint projects … [Read more...]
IRU: Asia’s Quadrilateral Traffic in Transit Agreement now operational with TIR
Using TIR, the only global transit system, two National Logistics Cell (NLC) trucks departed from Lahore (Pakistan), crossing the world’s highest border crossings, Sust (Pakistan) and Khunjerab (China), before delivering goods to Almaty (Kazakhstan) via the Turgat border between China and Kyrgyzstan. This is the first TIR operation transiting China, making the Quadrilateral … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan Becomes Largest Transit Hub Between China and Europe
About 85% of all land transit traffic from China to Europe passes through Kazakhstan, Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov said at the official opening ceremony of the 6th China International Import Expo in Shanghai on 5 November 2023. Kazakhstan plays a strategic role as a regional transport and logistics hub, connecting the Eurasian continent with the Asia-Pacific region, … [Read more...]
New ECO Transport Corridor through Turkmenistan to forge connectivity between Asia with Europe
Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, Iran and Türkiye have signed a protocol on the formation of an international multimodal corridor between Asia and Europe via the Uzbekistan–Turkmenistan–Iran–Türkiye route, Uzbekistan's transport ministry reports. The document was signed within the framework of the 12th meeting of the Ministers of Transport of the Economic Cooperation Organization, … [Read more...]
Turkmenbashi International Seaport Showcases its Potential at Uzbekistan Logistics exhibition
Turkmenbashi International Seaport is being presented at the TransLogistics Uzbekistan 2023 exhibition, which is being held in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, from 1 to 3 November 2023. More than 60 companies from 15 countries are participating in the event, and the Turkmenbashi International Seaport has its own stand. Representatives of the port are providing visitors with detailed … [Read more...]
Russia, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan to Develop Transport Corridor Through Turkmenistan
Russia, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan intend to develop the international multimodal transport corridor "Russia - Caspian Sea - Turkmenistan - Uzbekistan - Kyrgyzstan". The relevant memorandum was signed on 1 November 2023, in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, at the Transport Forum of the SCO member states between the Minister of Transport of Uzbekistan Ikhlom Makhkamov, Deputy Minister … [Read more...]
Freight Volumes from China to Europe on the Middle Corridor Surge by Over 80%, says IRU
From January to August 2023, freight volumes from China to Europe along the Middle Corridor increased by over 80% compared to the same period last year. All signs point to more goods moving through the Middle Corridor in the years to come. This was stated by IRU Secretary General Umberto de Pretto at the 4th Tbilisi Silk Road Forum “Connecting Today Resilient Tomorrow”, in … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Sea and River Transport Service and Dutch shipyard establish cooperation
On October 13, 2023, a meeting between representatives of Damen Shipyards Gorinchem B.V. (the Netherlands) and the Agency's management took place at the Agency of Maritime and River Transport of Turkmenistan "Turkmendenizderyayollary". According to the press service of the Agency, during the meeting, representatives of the company "Damen Shipyards Gorinchem B.V." presented … [Read more...]