Middle Corridor
Azerbaijan, Turkey and Georgia Discuss Simplified Customs Procedures on Middle Corridor
The 5th meeting of the Trilateral Customs Commission was held in Goygol District. The parties signed a protocol on agreements.
Zangezur Corridor 95% Complete by Road, 75% by Rail
Azerbaijan has completed 95% of the road and 75% of the railway for the Zangezur Corridor. Work is expected to finish in the first half of 2027.
Second Azerbaijan International Investment Forum kicks off in Baku on September 25
The forum will take place on September 25–26 under the patronage of President Ilham Aliyev. It is organized by the Ministry of Economy and AZPROMO. Documents are expected to be signed across several sectors.
Surety Marine Assesses Insurance Opportunities on the Middle Corridor
International insurance company Surety Marine is evaluating opportunities to cooperate with Azerbaijani insurers, brokers and logistics operators on the Middle Corridor. Company head Kirill Patyrykin noted a sharp rise in war risk rates — from 0.1–0.2% to more than 20% per year.
USACC Discusses Middle Corridor Development with World Bank
The American-Azerbaijani Chamber of Commerce held a roundtable with World Bank Regional Director for the South Caucasus Rolande Pryce. Participants discussed investment and operational measures to improve the route's reliability and capacity.
Azerbaijan and TRACECA Discuss Development of Middle Corridor
Azerbaijan's Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov met with TRACECA Secretary General Jasurbek Choriev to discuss expanding transport links and increasing freight traffic along the Middle Corridor.
OTS Aims to Cut Transit Costs on Middle Corridor
OTS Secretary General Kubanychbek Omuraliev said connectivity and digitalisation are priorities on the Trans-Caspian route. The OTS is working to simplify customs and reduce costs for freight carriers.
TMTM Participants Discuss Optimization of Freight Costs
The Working Group on the Trans-Caspian Route considered tariff policy and container transportation to enhance the attractiveness of the Middle Corridor.
Moody's: Middle Corridor Accelerates Growth in Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan and Georgia
Moody's notes that investment in transport, logistics and energy in Central Asia and the Caucasus supports economic diversification and medium-term growth.
Cargo Volumes on Trans-Caspian Route Up 22% in 8 Months
In 8 months of 2026, cargo volumes along the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route increased by 22%, with East-West transit growing by 55%.
ADY and Chinese Partners Discuss Development of the Middle Corridor
Azerbaijan Railways discussed expanding freight traffic and digitalizing port operations with Chinese delegations at the CICA conference in Baku.
How Technology Is Transforming the Marine Insurance Market - Interview with Surety Marine CEO
Surety Marine, formerly an underwriting agency, has obtained a license and become an independent insurer. The company focuses on flexibility, low operating costs, and the use of satellite data for risk assessment.
Middle Corridor: Azerbaijan Railways Steps Up Cooperation with Europe to Attract Cargo
Azerbaijan Railways is increasing cooperation with European partners to systematically attract cargo flows along the West-East route through the Middle Corridor.
Georgia to Invest $7 Billion in Port Infrastructure
Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze announced plans to allocate $7 billion for the development of ports and infrastructure to enhance the country's transit potential.
Kazakhstan to Increase Seaport Capacity to 30 Million Tons by 2030
Kazakhstan plans to increase the total cargo handling capacity of its seaports from 21.8 million to 30 million tons by 2030, and expand the capacity of the Trans-Caspian route.
Fitch: Kazatomprom may use Middle Corridor for uranium exports
Fitch Ratings notes that Kazatomprom considers the Trans-Caspian route as the main alternative to supplies via Russia.
Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan to Increase Flights to 40 per Week
Uzbekistan's Transport Minister Ilkhom Makhkamov announced plans to increase the number of flights between the two countries from 18 to 40 per week, as well as agreements on developing the Middle Corridor and resuming ferry service.
Kazakhstan Expands Transport Corridors: New Opportunities for Pakistan
Kazakhstan has invested $35 billion in transport infrastructure, creating new logistics opportunities for Pakistan via the Middle Corridor.
Baku to Host Forum on Black Sea-Caspian Transport Corridors in 2026
The 5th International Black and Caspian Freight Forum 2026 will take place in Baku on September 7-9, 2026. Participants will discuss the development of the Middle Corridor and investments in transport infrastructure.
Azerbaijan and Turkey Discuss Simplifying Customs Procedures on Middle Corridor
At a meeting with a Turkish delegation, discussions focused on simplifying customs procedures and accelerating cargo transportation along the Middle Corridor.
US, Armenia and Azerbaijan Report Progress on TRIPP Route
The multimodal transit route TRIPP is moving from concept to practical implementation, according to a joint statement by the US, Armenia and Azerbaijan.
Azerbaijan cuts Middle Corridor cargo transit time to 12 days
Azerbaijan's Ministry of Digital Development and Transport reports that reforms have cut transit time on the China-Europe route from 38-53 days to 12 days.
Turkmenistan's GDP grows 6.3% in first seven months of 2026
Turkmenistan's GDP growth reached 6.3% in January-July 2026, driven by strong performance in transport, trade, and services.
Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan Discuss Development of Middle Corridor
Azerbaijan's Minister of Digital Development and Transport Rashad Nabiyev met with Deputy Head of the Presidential Administration of Kazakhstan Asel Zhanasova to discuss cooperation in transport and logistics.