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  • May 15, 2026

KTZ and Huawei discussed new digital projects based on Big Data and artificial intelligence.

Talgat Aldybergenov, Chairman of the Management Board of JSC NC Kazakhstan Temir Zholy, held a meeting with Huawei’s top management—Philippe Gan, President of the Middle East and Central Asia Region, and Derek Hao, President of Enterprise Sales for the region. The primary focus of the negotiations was the development of digital solutions aimed at enhancing the efficiency of freight transportation management.

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  • May 14, 2026

Finnlines maintained stable performance in the first quarter of 2026 amidst geopolitical turbulence.

On April 24, 2026, KiwiRail opened its new Waltham Maintenance Hub in Christchurch; this event coincided with the unveiling of the new DM-series locomotives, destined for operation on the South Island. Construction of the facility was funded through a government investment of NZ$110 million (€61 million), while NZ$533 million (€297 million) was allocated for the purchase of 66 DM-series locomotives from Stadler.

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  • May 14, 2026

From routes to ecosystem – How Kazakhstan is changing the logic of logistics: An interview with Kanat Kobesov.

Kazakhstan is increasingly mentioned in the context of the Middle Corridor, transit routes between Europe and Asia, and digital logistics solutions. But behind these phrases lies a much deeper process – a shift in the very philosophy of logistics in the country. We spoke with Kanat Kobesov, a transport logistics expert who observes the industry’s transformation not in theory but in daily practice, about the systemic challenges that still remain, what has already changed, and why in a few years Kazakhstan will be perceived as a logistics hub rather than merely a transit territory.

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  • May 14, 2026

PSA International strengthens its position in China through investments in Xiamen’s container infrastructure.

Through an official public tender, PSA International has successfully secured an equity stake in the Xiamen Container Terminal Group, which comprises eight container terminals with a combined design capacity of approximately 20 million TEU per year. The completion of the transaction remains subject to obtaining the necessary regulatory approvals and fulfilling standard closing conditions.

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  • May 14, 2026

Alberto Grisone: Speed as the main challenge for Romania.

Director of Strategic Projects and Network Development at Hupac Intermodal S.A. Alberto Grisone, speaking at the BLACK SEA TRANSPORT CORRIDORS 2026: PORTS, RAILWAYS, SHIPPING conference, highlighted a critical issue in Romania’s rail sector – the ongoing decline in transport speed. According to him, while in 2012 a freight train crossed Romania in around 21 hours, today the same transit takes 27–30 hours. He stressed that the industry needs to return to a benchmark of 18 hours in order to make the Constanța corridor truly competitive.

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  • May 14, 2026

Rheinmetall and MSC are discussing the joint acquisition of the bankrupt Mangalia shipyard in Romania.

The German industrial conglomerate Rheinmetall is in talks with the Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) regarding a potential joint acquisition of the Mangalia shipyard in Romania, which was recently declared bankrupt as part of a restructuring process. According to sources, Romanian authorities are also participating in discussions regarding the potential deal, under which Rheinmetall and MSC could acquire a controlling stake in the facility, while the state would retain a minority share. The shipyard’s valuation, established during the insolvency proceedings, was previously estimated at approximately €87 million.

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  • May 14, 2026

Port Kuryk LLP has summarized its performance for the first quarter of 2026.

Under the leadership of “Port Kuryk” CEO Erkin Nygmetov, the company held a working meeting at which heads of departments presented reports on key areas of activity. During the meeting, production indicators and results achieved were reviewed, objectives for the immediate future were outlined, and issues related to the enterprise’s HR and operational activities were addressed.

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  • May 14, 2026

Stanislav Kovaliov: Insurance in crisis conditions and “War Premiums”.

Head of Insurance at Marine Insurance Services, Stanislav Kovaliov, presented sobering risk statistics at the BLACK SEA TRANSPORT CORRIDORS 2026: PORTS, RAILWAYS, SHIPPING conference. One of the most important facts is that in the event of a maritime accident under the General Average principle, cargo owners may be required to pay 10–20% of the cargo value to cover salvage operations. In such cases, the freight forwarder’s liability does not apply – only direct cargo insurance can provide protection.

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  • May 14, 2026

KiwiRail opens Christchurch hub, deploys new DM locomotives.

KiwiRail opened its new Waltham Maintenance Hub in Christchurch on 24 April 2026, alongside the presentation of new DM locomotives for South Island operations. The facility was built with a government investment of NZD 110m (EUR 61m), while NZD 533m (EUR 297m) has been allocated for the procurement of 66 DM locomotives from Stadler.