KTZ and China Logistics Group Discuss the Development of International Container Transportation

July 31, 2026

KTZ and China Logistics Group Discuss the Development of International Container Transportation

📅 28 July 2026

📍 Astana, Kazakhstan

On 28 July 2026, representatives of Kazakhstan Temir Zholy National Company JSC (KTZ), KTZ Express, and Kedentransservice JSC met with a delegation from China Logistics Group Co., Ltd. and China Railway Materials Supply Chain Group Co., Ltd. to discuss opportunities for expanding cooperation.

The Chinese partners are among the leading state-owned companies in China's transport and logistics sector, specialising in international container transportation, integrated logistics solutions, and supply chain management for the railway industry.

During the meeting, the parties focused on opportunities to implement joint projects aimed at developing international transport corridors, expanding container services, and leveraging KTZ’s terminal infrastructure in new logistics solutions.

At the conclusion of the meeting, the parties reaffirmed their mutual commitment to deepening their partnership, highlighting the strong potential for further cooperation in international logistics and container transit transportation.

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August 27, 2026

KTZ Express and Chongqing Municipal Commission of Commerce Strengthen Transport and Logistics Cooperation

KTZ Express and Chongqing Municipal Commission of Commerce Strengthen Transport and Logistics Cooperation

KTZ Express and the Chongqing Municipal Commission of Commerce held a meeting focused on strengthening transport and logistics cooperation and expanding international multimodal transportation.

The parties discussed prospects for developing multimodal transportation between Kazakhstan, China and Southeast Asian countries, opportunities to establish new logistics services and attract additional cargo flows, as well as coordination among participants in the transportation process.

Chongqing is one of the largest transport and logistics hubs in western China and serves as an operational center of the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor, which facilitates transport connectivity between China’s western regions and Southeast Asian countries. By the end of last year, the transport capacity of the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor had exceeded 1 million TEUs, while the volume of cargo transported reached 327.7 thousand TEUs in 2025. Today, the corridor’s network connects 584 ports across 127 countries and regions worldwide.

This potential creates additional opportunities for the development of multimodal services involving Kazakhstan.

Particular attention during the meeting was given to opportunities for integrating routes through Kazakhstan with the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor, creating a foundation for the development of end-to-end multimodal logistics solutions.

Following the meeting, KTZ Express and the Chongqing Municipal Commission of Commerce reaffirmed their mutual interest in further strengthening cooperation and exploring promising transport routes.

July 30, 2026

KTZ Express and Chengdu International Railway Port Discuss the Future of International Freight Transportation

KTZ Express and Chengdu International Railway Port Discuss the Future of International Freight Transportation

KTZ Express continues to strengthen international cooperation and expand logistics corridors connecting China, Kazakhstan, and European markets.

As part of these efforts, Acting General Director (Chairman of the Management Board) A.I. Kapar held a meeting with Pan Jianhua, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Chengdu International Railway Port Investment & Development (Group) Co., Ltd.

Chengdu International Railway Port Investment & Development (Group) Co., Ltd. (CIPI) is the state-owned operator of the Chengdu International Railway Port—one of Sichuan Province’s key transport and logistics hubs and a major departure point for China Railway Express services. The port provides rail connectivity with Europe, Central Asia, Russia, and Southeast Asia, while also serving the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor.

During the meeting, the parties reviewed the performance of existing rail services between China and Kazakhstan and discussed opportunities to further increase freight volumes. Particular attention was given to the potential of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (TITR) to expand transport links with Europe and support the launch of new container services.

Expanding cooperation with the Chengdu International Railway Port will strengthen the international route network, enhance the resilience of global logistics supply chains, and create additional opportunities for freight transportation between China, Kazakhstan, and European countries.

At the conclusion of the meeting, the parties agreed to continue developing joint projects aimed at increasing freight volumes and advancing sustainable international transport corridors.

July 28, 2026

KTZ Express Launches a New Export Route for Kazakh Products to the United Kingdom

July 2026

Ekibastuz (Kazakhstan) — Felixstowe (United Kingdom)

KTZ Express continues to expand its export logistics network, creating new opportunities for Kazakh manufacturers to access international markets.

In July 2026, the company successfully organised its first shipment of mineral fertilisers from Ekibastuz to the United Kingdom. The containers are transported to the Port of Felixstowe via the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (TITR) using a multimodal transport solution combining rail and maritime transportation.

The launch of the new route marks another milestone in KTZ Express’s systematic efforts to develop export logistics and support Kazakh producers. The new corridor expands export opportunities for domestic manufacturers by providing access to the UK market, while the use of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route ensures competitive transit times, diversifies transport corridors, and enhances the resilience of international supply chains.

Earlier, KTZ Express successfully organised the export shipment of Kazakh products along the Ekibastuz–Miami route. Today, the company provides freight transportation to the United States, the United Kingdom, Belgium, Poland, the Czech Republic, and other international destinations, continuously expanding its global logistics network and offering businesses new transport solutions.

By developing its export services, KTZ Express contributes to strengthening Kazakhstan’s foreign trade potential, expanding export opportunities for domestic producers, and improving the efficiency of international logistics, further reinforcing the country's position as one of Eurasia’s leading transport and logistics hubs.

July 13, 2026

New Sorting Tracks at Khorgos Gateway Increase Terminal Capacity by 48% and Enhance Wagon Handling Capabilities

New Sorting Tracks at Khorgos Gateway Increase Terminal Capacity by 48% and Enhance Wagon Handling Capabilities

Since the commissioning of nine 1,520 mm gauge sorting tracks and a current uncoupled wagon repair facility in September 2025, the KTZE–Khorgos Gateway dry port has significantly improved the efficiency of rolling stock handling and expanded its capacity for forming container trains at the Altynkol–Khorgos international transport hub.

The project has increased the terminal’s transshipment capacity from 540,000 TEUs to 800,000 TEUs per year, representing a 48% increase. The new infrastructure has become an important milestone in further strengthening Kazakhstan’s transit potential and enhancing the capacity of transport corridors linking China, Central Asia, and Europe.

During the first nine months of operation, the new facilities provided storage for approximately 1,300 rail wagons, completed current uncoupled repairs on more than 500 wagons, and enabled the loading of over 10,000 vehicles onto railway flatcars.

The new infrastructure allows the terminal to accommodate up to nine trains simultaneously, each consisting of up to 57 conventional wagon units. This has created additional capacity for wagon accumulation, destination-based sorting, and the efficient formation of container trains without waiting for capacity to become available on the mainline railway network.

The availability of dedicated sorting tracks also helps minimize wagon idle time and improve the utilization of operators’ rolling stock. In addition, the ability to accumulate rolling stock within the terminal reduces the risk of empty wagon shortages during periods of peak demand.

Today, the sorting tracks have become one of the key elements of Khorgos Gateway’s operational infrastructure, enabling faster cargo handling, higher service quality for customers, and further strengthening the terminal’s position as one of the largest dry ports in Eurasia.

Note: TEU (Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit) is the standard unit of measurement used for container capacity.

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