In January-March 2025, 3.6 million tons of grain cargo were transported by rail in Kazakhstan – this is 49% more than in the same period last year, and is the highest figure in the past five years. Of this volume, 2.8 million tons were exported, which is 52% more than last year’s volumes.
For the first time, a wide range of stakeholders, including the Port of Rotterdam Authority, presented joint agreements on the strategic development of the port. They concern key areas – the transition to sustainable energy sources, improving transport accessibility, building housing, reducing noise pollution and integrating the port into the environment. The initiative is being implemented within the framework of the national NOVEX program and is aimed at creating a sustainable, economically strong and comfortable region for living.
Speaking at the Central Asia-European Union summit, Kazakhstan President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev announced his readiness to increase exports to the EU for 175 commodity items worth over $2 billion. He recalled that Kazakhstan already provides about 13% of the EU’s oil imports, with the bulk of supplies going through the Caspian Pipeline Consortium (CPC), the stable operation of which is supported by the EU.
The Tsuneishi Shipbuilding shipyard has launched Japan’s first hydrogen-powered tugboat. The vessel is equipped with two 12-cylinder engines and can use either hydrogen or traditional fuel, which will reduce CO₂ emissions by about 60%.
DHL Group and the international e-commerce platform Temu have signed a memorandum of understanding, which solidifies the deepening of their strategic partnership. The main goal of the cooperation is to develop logistics solutions, support small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) in mature and emerging markets, especially in Eastern Europe and the Middle East. Both parties emphasized their commitment to compliance with trade standards and sustainable development.
Cathay Cargo Terminal has become the first ground handler in Asia to receive the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Security Management System (SeMS) certification. The company achieved the highest level, “operational status,” in its first audit.
A delegation from Chengdu Qingbaijiang District, led by Li Jinping, Deputy Secretary of the District Committee, visited the headquarters of Neptune Logistics Group to explore the potential for cooperation in the field of logistics. The delegation included representatives from the archives department, economic information bureau, investment promotion department, port committee and other organizations. Neptune’s management, led by Chairman and CEO Zhu Luzhi, warmly welcomed the guests and held a series of negotiations.
The implementation of large-scale infrastructure projects aimed at developing the country’s transit potential has begun in the Kostanay region. As part of the President’s instruction announced at the National Kurultai, preparatory work has begun on the construction of a new “Center-West” highway, which will connect Astana with the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route via Arkalyk, Turgay and Irgiz. Transport Minister Marat Karabayev personally inspected the progress of the initial stage of the project.
CLdN is investing a multi-million pound upgrade at its Killingholme terminal on the River Humber to support the growth of North Sea shipping. The work is scheduled for completion in the second half of 2026. A key element of the project will be a complete overhaul of the logistics processes, increasing the handling and storage capacity of all types of cargo, from trailers and containers to tank containers and refrigerated vehicles.
The Rail Connected program has introduced the “train composition” function, which aims to improve the exchange of information between carriers, railway operators and terminals through digitalization. This will significantly reduce the need for manual operations and increase the efficiency of transportation.
