KTZ Express, a subsidiary of JSC NC “Kazakhstan Temir Zholy,” has carried out a pilot project to transport passenger cars in specialized containers along the international rail route connecting Chongqing (China), Dostyk (Kazakhstan), and Vorsino (Russia). The project was implemented in partnership with the China Railway Container Transport Corporation (CRCT) and Yuxinou (Chongqing) Logistics Co., Ltd., the latter acting as the train’s consignor.
The agreement on establishing a unified customs transit system between the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) and third countries entered into force on June 29. This new mechanism aims to enhance the security and transparency of international freight transport while simplifying cross-border trade procedures.
The Chinese company Jiangmen Hengtong Shipbuilding has completed construction and delivered the new semi-submersible crane vessel Xihang Yunsheng to the client; it is the largest vessel of its type in the country in terms of lifting capacity. The project was executed by a subsidiary of Fourth Harbor Engineering. The vessel is designed for the construction of large-scale marine structures, including bridges, port infrastructure, offshore wind turbines, oil and gas platforms, and subsea tunnels.
Talgat Aldybergenov, Chairman of the Management Board of JSC NC “Kazakhstan Temir Zholy” (KTZ), held talks with John Olin, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Wabtec. The meeting took place ahead of the Foreign Investors’ Council session attended by the President of Kazakhstan and focused on prospects for further cooperation within the railway industry.
Talgat Aldybergenov, Chairman of the Management Board of JSC NC “Kazakhstan Temir Zholy” (KTZ), met with Stephanie von Friedeburg, Managing Director and Global Head at Citi, ahead of the Foreign Investors’ Council meeting attended by the President of Kazakhstan. During the talks, the parties reviewed current cooperation and prospects for implementing new joint projects.
Talgat Aldybergenov, Chairman of the Management Board of JSC “NC ‘Kazakhstan Temir Zholy’” (KTZ), held talks with Zhou Jin, Mayor of the Chinese port city of Lianyungang, to discuss the expansion of joint logistics projects and investment cooperation. A key outcome of the meeting was the confirmation of readiness to launch the “Aktau International Container Hub” LLP; preparatory work for the facility has been fully completed, and operations are scheduled to begin before the end of June of this year.
Talgat Aldybergenov, Chairman of the Management Board of JSC “NC ‘KTZ’,” held talks with Merle Kurvits, Chairman of the Management Board of JSC “Estonian Railways,” to discuss expanding cooperation in international freight transportation. Key topics included the development of transport links between Central Asia and Europe, the modernization of railway infrastructure, the creation of new logistics services, and the implementation of joint projects within the framework of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route.
Port Kuryk LLP has announced the launch of a selection process to choose a shipyard for the construction of a new port tugboat. The vessel is intended to ensure the safe and uninterrupted operation of the Port of Kuryk on the Caspian Sea, which plays a vital role in cargo transportation along the Trans-Caspian International Route.
The volume of rail freight transport between Kazakhstan and China reached 35.6 million tonnes in 2025, an increase of 3.5 million tonnes (or 11%) compared to 2024. This was announced following a meeting between Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov and Premier of the State Council of the PRC Li Qiang. During the talks, the parties also noted growth in key indicators of bilateral cooperation: trade turnover exceeded $48 billion, trade in agro-industrial products reached $1.9 billion, and the volume of direct investment totaled $2.8 billion.
