Important negotiations between the transport ministers of Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan focused on joint projects. Marat Karabaev and Ilkhom Makhkamov discussed a wide range of cooperation, including the construction of new transport corridors and infrastructure modernization. One of the key projects was the Darbaza – Maktaaral railway line, which will increase the capacity between the countries by 10 million tons.
At the Sóstó industrial park in Székesfehérvár, ÖBB Rail Cargo Group (RCG) welcomed LX Pantos, a global logistics player, in a momentous event. RCG Board Member Christoph Grasl passed the symbolic key for the Logisztár terminal to Jeonghwan Woo, Head of LX Pantos’ European Business Group, amidst a gathering of 90 distinguished guests. This collaboration aims to capitalize on business opportunities in automotive and battery transport across Eastern Europe, leveraging the combined logistics expertise and specialized knowledge of both partners.
Swiss WorldCargo has expanded its global network by inaugurating a new route linking Zurich and Seoul, South Korea, effective May 7, 2024. This strategic move establishes a vital connection between Switzerland and one of East Asia’s pivotal economic centers, renowned for its thriving electronics and high-tech industries.
At the Dostyk station, at the Dostyk-Alashankou junction, new heights have been achieved in the transportation of goods on a narrow gauge. A record number of export trains, consisting of 796 wagons, delivered 45,767 tons of cargo on the 1520 mm gauge. The station also successfully handled 18 trains, 923 wagons, and transported 13,992 tons of cargo on the 1435 mm gauge. This success became possible thanks to the excellent organization of shunting work and the joint efforts of railway workers and specialists from KTZ-Freight Transportation LLP.
The LUKA.DT project concluded in March after a successful two-year collaboration among six consortium partners, including Luka Koper, Actual IT, Emigma, Špica International, Igea, and Solvesall. With a focus on enhancing key port processes, the EUR 4.8 million initiative, co-funded with EUR 2.1 million from the European Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF), introduced advanced digital solutions and bolstered employee digital competences and cybersecurity measures.
Amidst persistent market challenges, Hellmann Worldwide Logistics concluded the past year on a high note, defying market trends with stable order volumes of approximately 20 million shipments. Notably, the company expanded its market presence in 2023, particularly in Airfreight and Seafreight, while witnessing international growth in its Contract Logistics division. With total sales reaching EUR 3.5 billion, Hellmann achieved a robust performance, surpassing pre-pandemic levels, despite an anticipated decline attributed to the normalization of freight rates post-pandemic.
Baltic Ground Services (BGS), a global leader in ground handling and logistics, has announced the extension of its service agreement with Turkish Cargo for another three years. This renewal underscores the longstanding partnership between BGS and Turkish Cargo, the air cargo arm of Turkish Airlines, dating back to 2013 when BGS commenced operations in Vilnius.
KTZ Express, in collaboration with the Pakistani company National Logistics Cell, has launched a new pilot project of a multimodal export route from Kazakhstan to the UAE. This route passes through Uzbekistan, Afghanistan and Pakistan, and then the cargo is delivered by sea to the port of Jebel Ali.
Bavaria’s Minister-President, Dr. Markus Söder, inaugurated Gebrüder Weiss’ new logistics center in Straubing, marking a significant milestone for the region’s transportation infrastructure. During the opening ceremony on April 18, Minister-President Söder gained insights into the facility’s operational procedures, emphasizing its pivotal role in preparing incoming goods spanning 3,700 square meters for distribution across Germany and beyond. Situated strategically, the terminal functions as a vital hub for forwarding services within Germany, as well as facilitating air and sea freight shipments globally, catering to economic regions including Eastern Bavaria, Lower Bavaria, and Upper Palatinate.
LTG Group and Ukrainian Railways have forged a strategic partnership through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), aimed at bolstering international cooperation and establishing a joint intermodal route linking Klaipėda and Kyiv via Poland. This landmark agreement underscores the commitment of both rail carriers to collaborate closely and deploy necessary resources for the successful execution of this project.
