The National Railway Company of Kazakhstan (KTZ) is actively participating in the Digital Bridge forum, a traditional event held in the capital for the past three years. The panel session on “AI and Logistics” explores key aspects of digitization, including the automation of train movement planning, optimization of operations across the mainline network, and other digital solutions.
On October 12, 2023, Adria Tow d.o.o. celebrated the official christening of its latest addition, the tugboat Ares, at Berth I of the Port of Koper.
A substantial advancement has taken place in Poland’s major infrastructure endeavor, Centralny Port Komunikacyjny (CPK), with the establishment of a high-speed railway connecting Warsaw and Łódź, pivotal rail freight hubs in the country. The Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) is set to finance this crucial railway, with CPK and the Polish Ministry of Funds and Regional Policy signing a 64 million euros agreement with the Centre for EU Transport Projects. This funding, covering approximately 85 percent of the total project costs amounting to 75 million euros, will support comprehensive project documentation, including construction plans, and facilitate the necessary permits and location decisions.
Rhenus Maritime Services (RMS) is expanding its fleet with the addition of a new coastal vessel named RMS Ruhrort, featuring a distinctive capability. The vessel is equipped with an engine designed to use methanol as fuel in the future, positioning methanol as a promising and eco-friendly option for the maritime industry alongside hydrogen and ammonia.
During the official visit of the Prime Minister of the Republic of Korea to Croatia on October 12, 2023, in Zagreb, the Port of Rijeka Authority and Busan Port Authority signed a Memorandum of Understanding. In the presence of Prime Minister Andrej Plenković of Croatia, Prime Minister Han Duck-soo of Korea, and members of both governments, the memorandum was signed by Denis Vukorepa, the Executive Director of the Port of Rijeka Authority, and Kang Joon-suk, the Executive Director and President of the Busan Port Authority.
Rhenus Logistics, based in Germany, and Uzbekistan Railways are embarking on a transformative collaboration through the signing of an official agreement outlining the creation of two joint ventures. These ventures will be responsible for managing intermodal terminals within Uzbekistan and will actively pursue expansion initiatives in the Central Asian region. A memorandum of understanding (MoU) solidifying this partnership was signed between Rhenus and Uztemiryulkonteyner, a subsidiary of Uzbekistan Railways, in the presence of Uzbek Transport Minister Ilhom Mahkamov, who sees this collaboration as a strategic move to enhance the country’s logistical significance.
The Rhenus Group has inked a collaborative memorandum with Uzbekistan Railway during the Central Asia Summit in Berlin held in late September. This partnership signifies the establishment of joint ventures focused on operating and expanding combined terminals in Andijan and Samarkand. The agreement, formalized in the presence of Uzbek Transport Minister Ilhom Makhamov, emphasizes a closer collaboration between Rhenus and Uzbekistan Railways to develop existing transshipment facilities within the country.
Baku Port was represented at the “United Business Europe” conference organized by the United Nations Global Compact. The event, held on October 9, saw the participation of over 250 representatives from government, business, and sustainability sectors of 30 European countries. Discussions at the conference centered around the role of the private sector in achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for a resilient future and advancements in global trends.
Poland’s Centralny Port Komunikacyjny (CPK) is making strides in its mission to integrate air, road, freight, and passenger rail operations into a unified hub, marking the country’s largest infrastructure project. Currently engaged in land acquisitions and geological excavations, CPK is crucially defining the coexistence of diverse transport modes within the hub and across Poland. The focus extends to rail freight, where CPK is actively preparing for a comprehensive transport model, emphasizing intermodal transport and strategic location planning.
The Aktau Sea Trade Port continues its impressive growth, witnessing a 22% increase in cargo turnover during January-September 2023 compared to the same period last year, reaching over 3.38 million tons. Ongoing efforts include the establishment of a container hub within the port, designed to serve the countries of the Caspian region and Central Asia, providing a comprehensive range of services for container handling, cargo transshipment, storage services, railway terminals, repair workshops, and container inspection facilities.
