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  • July 25, 2025

The Port of Klaipeda increased its cargo turnover by 16% and strengthened its leadership among the Baltic ports.

In the first half of 2025, the port of Klaipeda handled almost 19 million tons of cargo, which is 16% more than in the same period last year. The growth was driven by container traffic (6.5 million tons, +38%), as well as increased volumes in the LNG (+47%), mineral and construction materials (+48%), ro-ro (+6%) and oil products (+4%) segments. The container volume reached almost 700 thousand TEU, and the port is expected to exceed the 1 million TEU mark by the end of the year.

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  • July 24, 2025

In Kazakhstan, the growth of maritime transport and the development of port infrastructure are being discussed.

A meeting on the development of the maritime industry was held under the chairmanship of Zhanibek Tayzhanov, head of the Committee for Railway and Water Transport of the Ministry of Transport of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Representatives of the Aktau and Kuryk seaports, KTZ, Kazmortransflot, the Maritime Administration and other relevant structures took part in the discussion.

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  • July 23, 2025

Kazlogistics and the Embassy of Belgium in Kazakhstan are discussing the development of transport cooperation.

On July 17, 2025, a working meeting with the Trade and Economic Counselor of the Embassy of the Kingdom of Belgium Aizhan Musakanova was held at the office of the Union of Transport Workers of Kazakhstan – Kazlogistics. During the meeting, the parties discussed the prospects for bilateral cooperation in the transport and logistics sectors, as well as the preparation of the upcoming Trade Mission of Belgian companies in Tashkent, Almaty and Astana, scheduled for November 2025. Kazlogistics CEO Kanat Almagambetov expressed interest in establishing direct contacts with Belgian companies specializing in transport infrastructure, multimodal transportation and digitalization of logistics.

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  • July 23, 2025

Menzies Aviation strengthens its position at Budapest Airport following strategic partnership with Airport Service Budapest.

Menzies Aviation has completed a strategic partnership with Airport Service Budapest, significantly expanding its presence at Budapest Airport (BUD). Following receipt of all necessary regulatory approvals, Airport Service Budapest’s operations, including ground handling and cargo services, have been merged with Menzies Aviation Hungary and Menzies Aviation Cargo Hungary. All employees have been integrated into the new structure, and the SkyCourt Lounge is now part of Menzies’ premium service. Together, the companies will handle over 2,500 flights and over 12,000 tonnes of cargo per month at BUD.

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  • July 23, 2025

RTSB launches new high-frequency rail corridors from Duisburg to Asia.

On July 7, the first Chengdu-Europe Express departed from the European logistics hub of Duisburg towards China, opening a new high-frequency rail corridor between Europe and the dynamic metropolis of Chengdu. RTSB, which operates the train, provides efficient multimodal logistics from the terminal in Duisburg to the Chinese hinterland. The cargo includes electronics, pharmaceuticals, German cars and European delicacies, highlighting the growing reliance on rail transport for perishable and high-value goods. The service reinforces Duisburg’s role as a key hub on the modern Silk Road with reliable schedules and streamlined customs clearance.