TRANSLOGISTICA KAZAKHSTAN 2026 RESULTS CONFIRM KAZAKHSTAN’S GROWING ROLE IN THE INTERNATIONAL TRANSPORT AND LOGISTICS SYSTEM

FROM 14 TO 16 OCTOBER 2026, THE 29TH KAZAKHSTAN INTERNATIONAL EXHIBITION “TRANSPORT AND LOGISTICS” — TRANSLOGISTICA KAZAKHSTAN 2026 — WAS HELD AT THE “EXPO” IEC IN ASTANA, BRINGING TOGETHER LEADING REPRESENTATIVES OF THE TRANSPORT AND LOGISTICS INDUSTRY, GOVERNMENT AUTHORITIES, INTERNATIONAL ORGANISATIONS AND THE BUSINESS COMMUNITY.

Over the three days, the event was attended by 5,019 unique professionals, confirming sustained professional interest in the development of transport infrastructure, the expansion of international routes and the implementation of modern logistics solutions. The exhibition became an important component of Kazakhstan Transport Week, contributing to the strengthening of business ties and the development of industry cooperation at the international level.

In 2026, the exhibition brought together 230 companies from 20 countries. Kazakhstan was represented by 101 participants, while the international segment comprised 129 companies. The geography of exhibitors covered Azerbaijan, Belarus, Germany, Georgia, Kazakhstan, China, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, the United Arab Emirates, Pakistan, Russia, Romania, Turkmenistan, Türkiye, Uzbekistan, France, Switzerland and Estonia. National groups from Belarus, Latvia, Lithuania, Türkiye and Estonia demonstrated the capabilities of their countries in the field of international transportation and logistics services. At the same time, 40 companies participated in the exhibition for the first time, expanding the exhibitor base and presenting new areas of industry cooperation.

The exhibition showcased a wide range of solutions for the transport and logistics complex. Significant attention was paid to the automation of logistics processes, digital transport management, infrastructure modernisation and improving cargo handling efficiency. This industry diversity enabled visitors to explore comprehensive solutions and establish direct contacts with potential partners.

Alongside the exhibition component, a comprehensive business programme became one of the key areas of TransLogistica Kazakhstan 2026. The agenda covered the development of international transport corridors, warehouse and project logistics, infrastructure improvement, industry digitalisation and the strategic prospects of Kazakhstan’s transport sector.

On 14 October, the first day of the exhibition, the plenary session “Women Leaders of a New Era: People, Technology and the Future of Transport and Logistics”, the panel session “Central Asia: A New Logistics Hub”, the III BreakBulk Kazakhstan Conference, comprising two thematic blocks, as well as the regional dialogue “Advancing the Implementation of the Awaza Programme of Action: Building a Professional and Sustainable Road Transport Industry to Enhance Connectivity and Competitiveness” were held.

On 15 October, the business programme continued with Supply Chain Day, which included the V Kazakhstan Warehouse Logistics Conference, consisting of two thematic blocks.

The international status of the event was also highlighted by the visit of representatives of the diplomatic corps accredited in the Republic of Kazakhstan. The exhibition was visited by representatives of diplomatic missions from Algeria, Belarus, Bulgaria, Hungary, Iraq, Italy, Jordan, Cuba, Latvia, Lithuania, Mongolia, the United Arab Emirates, Oman, Slovakia, Türkiye, the Czech Republic, Switzerland, Estonia and Japan.

A special place in the programme of the second day was occupied by the IX International Transport and Logistics Business Forum “New Silk Way”, held as part of Kazakhstan Transport Week. Following the forum programme, an international delegation visited the exhibition, comprising heads of transport authorities, representatives of government bodies and international organisations. Among the honoured guests were Vice Minister of Transport of the Republic of Kazakhstan Zhanibek Taizhanov, Head of the Afghanistan Railway Authority Abdul Karim Fateh, Minister of Transport and Communications in the Government of Belarus  Alexei Lyakhnovich , Minister of transport and urban development of the Islamic Republic of Iran Farzaneh Sadegh, Minister of Transport and Communications of the Kyrgyz Republic Soltobaev Talantbek, Minister of Transport of the Republic of Uzbekistan Ilhom Makhkamov, Deputy Minister of Digital Development and Transport of the Republic of Azerbaijan Javid Gurbanov, Deputy Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development of Georgia Tamar Ioseliani, Deputy Minister of Transport and Infrastructure of the Republic of Türkiye Osman Boyraz, Deputy Minister of Transport of the Russian Federation Boris Tashimov, Member of the Board (Minister) for Energy and Infrastructure of the Eurasian Economic Commission Arzybek Kozhoshev, representatives of the leadership of Iran’s transport authorities Reza Akbari and Mohammad Shakibi Nasab, and Director of Safety and Head of the Transport Service Department at the Ministry of Transport of China Cai Tuanjie. The delegation members familiarised themselves with the offers of companies operating in the transport and logistics services sector.

On 16 October, the final day of the exhibition, the expert discussion Expert Talks “FUTURE CHECK: Transport and Logistics in Kazakhstan 2035” was held, concluding the three-day programme of professional discussion on current issues and long-term prospects for the development of the transport and logistics industry.

An additional communication format was the specialised podcast zone “People Who Move the World”, which brought together industry representatives to exchange professional experience and discuss its development prospects.

The practical focus of the exhibition was reflected in the feedback from direct participants, for whom the event provided an opportunity to present their own developments: “Our company, Kusto Logistics Terminal, is a regular participant in this event. During the exhibition, we actively interact with customers and partners from Iran, Uzbekistan and China, strengthen existing business relationships and discuss prospects for further cooperation. We sincerely thank the organisers for the high level of organisation and delivery of the exhibition,” said Berik Kaliyev, Head of the Container Yard, Kusto Logistics Terminal.

Another important indicator of the event’s relevance was the interest from professional visitors, who had the opportunity to explore the offerings of domestic and international companies: “I believe that exhibitions like this significantly contribute to the development of the industry and international cooperation, as they allow logistics companies, freight forwarders and suppliers to meet on one platform. There are not many such events, and they provide great opportunities for establishing new business connections,” shared Philipp Makarenko, Key Account Manager, Global Logistic KZ LLP.

Following the three-day event, TransLogistica Kazakhstan 2026 once again confirmed its status as a significant international industry platform bringing together the interests of government, business and the professional community. The broad geography of participants, representative composition of international delegations and substantive business programme created conditions for the development of interstate cooperation, strengthening existing partnerships and establishing new business contacts.

Official support for the exhibition was provided by the Ministry of Transport of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Akimat of Astana, the Atameken National Chamber of Entrepreneurs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, NC Kazakhstan Temir Zholy JSC, the Union of Transport Workers of Kazakhstan KAZLOGISTICS, the Kazakhstan Association of Carriers and Wagon Operators, the Association of Kazakhstan Freight Railway Carriers and the Association of National Freight Forwarders.

The exhibition partners were WR LOGISTICS and Gradalogistic.

The exhibition was organised by the Kazakhstan exhibition companies Iteca and Atakent-Expo, jointly with the international partner — ICA Events Group of Companies.