The second AsstrA Business Brunch took place in Almaty, bringing together over 24 representatives from 14 companies. The closed-door format of the event fostered open dialogue on the transformation of logistics across the CIS and Central Asia.

Compared to the first business brunch held in 2023, this year’s event attracted a broader range of participants and enabled more in-depth discussions, highlighting a growing interest in the exchange of practical solutions between customers and the logistics provider.

Key topics of the meeting included:

Key topics of the meeting included:

• Logistics Without Borders: New development vectors across the CIS region
• Shifting Freight Flows: How have transport dynamics have changed and what are the global trends shaping them
• Green Logistics: A rising trend that is shaping the future of the transportation industry
• Central Asian Transport Corridors: TITR as a gateway for European technologies entering the region

“Logistics across the region is evolving faster than ever. To truly support business needs, we must not only respond but also stay ahead of the curve by offering proactive solutions. Events like this help us better understand our customers' changing needs and align our strategies with real market demands,” said Sergey Omelyanyuk, Director of the CIS & Caucasus Region, AsstrA.

“Central Asia is strengthening its role as a strategic logistics hub. We are seeing a steady increase in interest in multimodal routes, warehousing solutions, and local presence. For us, it is essential to listen to our clients and engage in direct dialogue about how we can meet their logistics needs,” said Ramilya Akhmetova, General Manager of AsstrA’s branch in Kazakhstan.

“The Trans-Caspian route is no longer just an alternative – it is now a fully operational and actively developing logistics corridor. The main question is how to ensure its long-term resilience and scalability. Dialogue between businesses and logistics operators plays a key role in this process,” said Gaidar Abdikerimov, Independent Expert.

The second business brunch marked a continuation of AsstrA’s strategic initiative to foster industry dialogue and co-create tailored solutions in collaboration with customers. Looking ahead, the company plans to create more platforms for direct engagement, share industry insights, and promote reliable logistics solutions built on expertise and partnership.