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ALG Company terminal in Almaty, Kazakhstan, undertakes strategic overhaul in partnership with HPC Hamburg Port Consulting
The ALG Company terminal in Almaty, Kazakhstan, is poised for a significant transformation to meet the escalating demand and rising transported volumes. Spearheading this evolution is HPC Hamburg Port Consulting, a Germany-based company specializing in strategic developments for rail terminals and other logistics sectors. The comprehensive planning framework devised by HPC involves a thorough analysis of operational data, market dynamics, volume projections, and an in-depth review of the current terminal concept, encompassing dwell times, train schedules, gate processes, loading and unloading procedures, and storage capacity.
Sugar beet campaign in full swing: ÖBB Rail Cargo Group (RCG) commences transport for AGRANA in Austria and Hungary
Until the end of January 2024, Rail Cargo Group (RCG) is fully dedicated to transporting sugar beets for AGRANA’s sugar processing campaign in the agricultural sector. AGRANA has initiated sugar beet processing at its refineries in Tulln and Leopoldsdorf, Lower Austria. The annual campaign demands swift and meticulous planning, requiring the coordination of locomotives, carriages, and personnel to be ready in the right place at the right time within a short timeframe.
Kazakhstan hopes to attract investors from Europe to transport projects
Kazakhstan is ready to cooperate with the European Global Gateway (GG) program. The Ministry of Transport of Kazakhstan has discussed the directions of proposed cooperation.
Mabanaft and Fairplay Towage forge hydrogen supply partnership for Hamburg port tugboats
Mabanaft, a leading independent energy company, has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Fairplay Towage Group, one of Europe’s largest tugboat operators. The agreement outlines Mabanaft’s commitment to supplying hydrogen to Fairplay Towage’s upcoming hydrogen-powered tugboats in the Port of Hamburg starting in 2025. This move reflects a joint focus on embracing new technologies and sustainable energy solutions in the maritime industry, positioning hydrogen as a key contributor to the decarbonization of the shipping sector.
Freightliner forges long-term partnership with The Malcolm Group
Freightliner, the UK rail freight subsidiary of Genesee & Wyoming, has entered a five-year partnership agreement with The Malcolm Group, emphasizing their commitment to a long-term collaboration. The newly established intermodal service, now in its first month, connects Daventry International Rail Freight Terminal to the Grangemouth rail freight terminal in Central Scotland. Operating seven days a week, the service includes two overnight runs and facilitates the transportation of up to 36 platforms of domestic goods in both directions.
DP World boosts automotive logistics with acquisition of CFR Rinkens
DP World, a global supply chain solutions leader, has strengthened its commitment to the automotive industry through the acquisition of CFR Rinkens, a specialized logistics provider in Long Beach, California. This strategic move aims to enhance DP World’s ability to deliver tailored solutions to its automotive clients, expanding its comprehensive suite of services.
Locomotive fleet renewal: Kazakhstan invests in modern freight transport
Kazakhstan’s freight transportation sector is undergoing a planned upgrade to its locomotive fleet as part of an investment program.
ALG partners with HPC for strategic rail terminal optimization
ALG Company (ALG) in Almaty, Kazakhstan, is proactively optimizing its rail terminal capacity in response to shifting trade routes influenced by geopolitical developments. Collaborating with HPC Hamburg Port Consulting (HPC), a renowned intermodal terminal specialist, ALG aims to conduct a comprehensive review and feasibility study to enhance its terminal for evolving trade dynamics. The ALG Terminal in Almaty, a vital hub for diverse cargo, including containers and automobiles, plays a pivotal role in seamless logistics operations, offering storage services within free zone warehouses.
Major infrastructure milestone: DC403 connects Rijeka’s port and city
On October 18, 2023, a ceremonial opening marked the inauguration of the state road DC403 from the Škurinje junction to the Port of Rijeka in Rijeka. This connection links the container terminal to the Croatian highway network, providing easy access to the western part of the city and the Rijeka bypass, thereby enhancing overall traffic safety.