QAZAQ AIR airline from 27 October launches daily scheduled flights from Astana to Zhezkazgan on the following schedule:
Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays:
IQ 389 Astana (07:35) - Zhezkazgan (09:10)
IQ 390 Zhezkazgan 13:50) - Astana (14:45)
Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays:
IQ 389 Astana (07:35) - Zhezkazgan (09:00)
IQ 390 Zhezkazgan (09:40) - Astana (11:00)
Zhezkazgan residents can enjoy convenient connecting flights to Petropavlovsk, Omsk, Novosibirsk, Yekaterinburg, Kostanai, Kyzylorda and Almaty via Astana.
QAZAQ AIR airline from October 10 in addition to daily flights from Astana to Aktobe will introduce additional frequencies on the following schedule:
Tuesdays and Thursdays:
IQ 385 Astana (07:45) - Aktobe (09:50)
IQ 386 Aktobe (10:30) - Astana (12:20)
Thanks to the convenient schedule, connecting flights will also appeal to travelers from Aktobe via Astana to Kyzylorda, Novosibirsk, Yekaterinburg, Omsk and Kostanai.
The increase in flights will contribute to increasing the level of mobility of the population and the development of domestic tourism in the country.
You can book and buy tickets on the official website www.flyqazaq.com, as well as in the sales offices of the airline.
Civil Aviation Committee of the Ministry of Transport of the Republic of Kazakhstan and Aviation Administration of Kazakhstan (AAK) hosted regional seminar of International Air Transport Association (IATA) dedicated to safety and sustainability development.
At the opening part of the seminar, the Chairman of the Civil Aviation Committee, Ms. Saltanat Tompiyeva and the General Director of the AAK Mr. Catalin Radu made welcoming speeches, wishing the participants fruitful work and thanking the IATA Regional Vice President for Europe Mr. Rafael Schwartzman for organizing the regional event in Kazakhstan. This seminar with the participation of so many IATA experts, headed by the Vice President, was held for the first time in Kazakhstan.
The seminar were attended by more than 70 participants from the aviation authorities, as well as Safety and Sustainability experts from airlines, airports, air navigation service providers and fuel suppliers from 7 countries – Azerbaijan, Georgia, Kyrgyzstan, Republic of Moldova, Mongolia, Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan (Aeroflot, Azeraeronavigation, Azerbaijan Airlines, Air Astana, Berkut, Centrumair, FlyArystan, Qazaq Air, SCAT, Prime Aviation, International Airport Almaty, International Airport Aktau, International Airport Nursultan Nazarbayev, KazMunayGas-Aero, KazMunayGas National Company, Uzbekistan Airways, Qanot Sharq, TezJet, United Airports of Georgia).
The seminar offered a unique opportunity for discussion of the latest trends and best practices in safety, ground handling, and sustainable development within the aviation industry. The organization of the seminar was led by Zhanat Abdugalimov for safety and Zhanna Shek for sustainability. Seminar program included presentations by leading IATA experts (Giancarlo Buono - Director Safety and Flight Operations for Europe, Sergejs Balonuskovs – Senior Manager Regional External Affairs and Sustainability, Malvyn Tan - Head Commercial Fuel, Léa Jouannin – Manager Climate Policy), experts of the domestic civil aviation industry and representatives of AAK, interactive discussions, and networking opportunities with colleagues from aviation sector.
The Permanent Representative of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Timur Tlegenov presented the letter of credentials to the Secretary General of ICAO Juan Carlos Salazar at ICAO headquarters in Montreal.
The meeting addressed a broad array of issues focused on enhancing bilateral cooperation in civil aviation.
Secretary General Salazar warmly congratulated Timur Tlegenov on his new role and extended his deep appreciation to President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev for establishing Kazakhstan's Permanent Representation to ICAO. Juan Carlos Salazar expressed confidence that this initiative would significantly enhance the strategic partnership between Kazakhstan and ICAO.
The Secretary General also praised Kazakhstan's achievements and influence on the global stage, recognizing its strong relationships with countries and international organizations.
He noted, "ICAO highly values and commends Kazakhstan's initiatives and its role to enhance flight safety and improve air transport accessibility, viewing them as exemplary."
Kazakhstan’s Permanent Representative conveyed greetings from the country's leadership and expressed strong support for ICAO's initiatives in fostering multifaceted cooperation in civil aviation with Kazakhstan.
Timur Tlegenov stated, "Kazakhstan is an active participant in ICAO, and I am convinced that our first-ever permanent mission will further enhance the consistent implementation of Kazakhstan's high standards of flight and aviation safety." He also discussed the current state of Kazakhstan's civil aviation industry, highlighting the key priorities and objectives in this sector.
It is noteworthy that, for the first time, Kazakhstan has appointed an official representative to ICAO, a specialized United Nations agency that sets international standards for civil aviation and coordinates its development to improve safety and efficiency. This appointment, made by decree of the President of Kazakhstan, followed extensive efforts by the Civil Aviation Committee of the Ministry of Transport and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan.
In conclusion, both parties reaffirmed their commitment to expanding practical dialogue, highlighting its importance for future cooperation between Kazakhstan and ICAO.
QAZAQ AIR, Kazakhstan's regional airline, has once again been named one of the top three in the Skytrax 2024 World Airline Awards - Best Regional Airline in Central Asia and the CIS.
"We are deeply grateful to our customers in the Central Asia and CIS region for their appreciation of QAZAQ AIR's performance.
Airline users evaluated airline websites, check-in and boarding, cabin cleanliness, flight attendant appearance and service, food quality, seat comfort and many other factors. In this rating we are second only to the national carriers of Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan, which confirms the high efficiency of our team of professionals. We are constantly working to improve service in regional air travel and strive to increase the freedom of regional travel to the international level", - emphasised Adilbek Umraliyev, Acting Chairman of the Board of QAZAQ AIR JSC.
The World Airline Awards has an unofficial status of "aviation Oscar". Since 1999, it has been awarded annually by the British consulting agency Skytrax, the leading global assessor of airline and airport service quality. Travellers around the world vote in the largest airline passenger satisfaction survey to determine the award winners. All survey and award costs are paid for by Skytrax; airlines pay no entry or registration fees. The online passenger survey was conducted from September 2023 to May 2024 in English, French, Spanish, Russian, Japanese and Chinese. Customers from more than 100 countries participated in the survey and rated the performance of more than 350 airlines.
Astana – The newly established Coordination Platform will improve the safety and sustainability of the Trans-Caspian Transport Corridor. It will expand the corridor’s functionality to turn it into a multimodal and competitive route linking Europe and Asia in 15 days or less.
The event was attended by representatives of Central Asian countries and other states along the corridor, as well as by international financial institutions and non-EU G7 countries.
According to Mr. Marat Karabayev, Minister of Transport of Kazakhstan, the development of transport infrastructure and strengthening transport links play a critical role in the economic growth and prosperity of the regions.
“The establishment of the Coordination Platform provides us with a unique opportunity to join forces, exchange experience and perspectives to reach common goals. I would like to note that our partners from Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, as well as Turkey have been invited to join to this effort, which plays an important role in terms of achieving major and sustainable goals for the development of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route,” the Minister said.
The Minister of Transport thanked the representatives of countries and organisations for their participation and interest in the establishment of the unique platform, and expressed gratitude to the European Union for its invaluable support and efforts aimed at the development of Central Asian countries.
Mr. Henrik Hololei, Hors-Classe Adviser at the Directorate-General for International Partnerships in the European Commission stated: "The Coordination Platform created for the Trans-Caspian Transport Corridor marks a significant step forward in our cooperation to bring Central Asia and Europe closer together. Sustainable transport connections are crucial for consolidating the region’s economic growth and connectivity with Europe. We are committed to supporting our partners in achieving their development and environmental goals."
Ms. Maja Bakran, Deputy Director General for Mobility and Transport, European Commission added: “The Coordination Platform will be instrumental in making the Trans-Caspian Transport Corridor a multimodal, modern, competitive, sustainable, predictable, smart and fast route linking Europe, the Caucasus and Central Asia. The coordination efforts among the various stakeholders will drive forward deeper connections and contribute to sustainable economic development of the region.”
The Platform will generally promote the corridor and coordinate efforts on the implementation of priority hard and soft infrastructure projects in Central Asia. It will also boost and coordinate investments in rail, road, and port infrastructure.
It should be noted that the European Union has long been a reliable partner of our region, thus contributing to the improvement of infrastructure and strengthening of economic ties, and promoting sustainable development. Our joint work within the framework of the newly established Platform will not only improve transport infrastructure, but will also significantly strengthen economic ties, increase safety and sustainability of transport corridors, as well as accelerate the introduction of innovations and advanced technologies in the transport sector.
Министр транспорта Марат Карабаев встретился со своим латвийским коллегой Каспарсом Бришкенсом
В ходе встречи стороны обменялись мнениями о текущем состоянии и перспективах развития транспортной сферы в Казахстане и Латвии, также был подписан Меморандум о развитии Транскаспийского международного транспортного маршрута.
«Наши страны активно развивают транзитно-транспортное сотрудничество. Одним из значимых аспектов сотрудничества отмечается функционирующая на постоянной основе совместная рабочая группа по транспорту. Данная группа охватывает широкий спектр вопросов в области железнодорожного, автомобильного, воздушного транспорта, транзита и логистики», – отметил глава министерства.
По словам министра, сегодня Транскаспийский международный транспортный маршрут приобрел особую роль в качестве альтернативы другим маршрутам. Об этом свидетельствует двукратный рост объемов перевозок грузов по итогам 2023 года.
«С целью наращивания потенциала ТМТМ, а также устранения «узких» мест на маршруте проводится работа по улучшению инфраструктуры и терминальных мощностей, расширению портовых мощностей, увеличению подвижного состава, снятию административных барьеров и создания благоприятных условий для перевозчиков, которые позволят к 2025 году увеличить пропускную способность ТМТМ до 10 млн тонн в год», – поделился глава профильного министерства.
Отметим, что на сегодняшний день Латвия вместе с Австрией, Германией, Литвой, Эстонией и Венгрией выразили заинтересованность во вступлении в ТМТМ. К слову, в рамках Международной ассоциации ТМТМ подписана Дорожная карта по синхронному устранению «узких» мест и развитию Среднего коридора до 2027 года с Азербайджаном, Грузией и Турцией. В рамках официального визита 31 января этого года аналогичный Меморандум по развитию ТМТМ подписан и с Румынией.
В свою очередь глава профильного министерства пригласил латвийских инвесторов к совместной реализации инфраструктурных проектов.
«Мы готовы укреплять сотрудничество в области транспорта и логистики для взаимного увеличения объемов транзитных грузопотоков, установления и развития транспортных маршрутов, обмена передовым опытом в области мультимодальных перевозок и логистических процессов», – резюмировал он.
В рамках поездки казахстанская делегация посетила строящийся объект Rail Baltica и Рижский свободный порт. Также в рамках рабочего визита Марат Карабаев выступил на казахстанско-латвийском бизнес-форуме о сотрудничестве по транспорту и провел двусторонние встречи с руководством Управления Рижского свободного порта и представителями латвийского бизнеса.
JSC Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport has successfully passed the first International Ground Handling Safety Audit (ISAGO). It is worth noting that the Astana airport is currently the only airport in Kazakhstan that has this actual ISAGO certificate.
The auditors of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) conducted an audit of the ground handling procedures at the airport, the certificate issued by the association indicates that the airport complies with internationally recognized safety standards, ground handling and recommended international practices.
Thus, the airport demonstrated high quality of service to the airline and passengers, which is confirmed by the successful completion of all 6 possible audit sections, these are: ORM (organization and management); LOD (load control); PAB (passenger and baggage handling); HDL (aircraft handling and loading); AGM (aircraft ground movement) and CGM (cargo and mail handling). The audit requirements consisted of 277 items, which the airport coped with "perfectly".
The Quality control department, the ground handling department, the ground transport division, the apron loaders division, the flight safety inspection, the aviation security, the fire and rescue flight support service, the training center and others took part in this audit.
The advantage of having an ISAGO audit certificate is to confirm a high level of safe ground handling, accident prevention, service quality assurance, as well as the involvement of airlines.
From February 1 to February 3, 2024, the digital forum Digital Almaty 2024 “Industry X: the Digital Evolution of the Future” will be held in Almaty.
The Sixth Forum will bring together government officials from the SCO and EAEU countries, leading experts, and entrepreneurs to exchange ideas aimed at creating a new era of the digital industry. The Forum also includes Industry 4.0 Startup Battle - a large-scale battle for the title of the best industrial startup, an exhibition of Kazakhstan's largest subsoil users, technology parks, and technology companies that will share experience and information about projects in the IT ecosystem.
The Sixth Digital Almaty this year will present an extensive business program that will cover topics of digital transformation in the industry and innovative solutions in the areas of GovTech, Industry 4.0, ESG, Smart City, and others. The panel discussions will feature more than 200 speakers from international experts, industry leaders, and leading innovators in IT and business, who will share successful cases in the application of new technologies in the real sector of the economy and innovation. More than 30 thousand people are expected to attend the three-day digital event.
“The Digital Almaty International Forum annually brings together the world’s leading experts from 15 different countries. This year we will discuss the topic of the digital industry. The main share of GDP production in our country is made up of industry. In the new year, new digital solutions are needed that will help improve business processes in the economic sphere. The forum platform provides ample opportunities for the presentation and discussion of key trends, projects, and technologies in this industry,” said Bagdat Mussin, Minister of Digital Development, Innovations and Aerospace Industry of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
Recognized by world experts, Digital Almaty last year brought together more than 150 speakers who discussed digital mining, public administration, crypto exchanges, cybersecurity, education, and corporate innovation. The forum also became the platform for the first international championship in robotics and engineering projects, the Digital Ministry Cup, for schoolchildren. Winners from Kazakhstan, Russia, and Azerbaijan were selected in four categories. In addition, on the sidelines of the Forum, the Tech Garden Awards were held for the first time, where, based on the results of 2022, enterprises were awarded for the implementation of innovative projects in production processes.
The heads of government of the participating countries of the Eurasian Economic Union took part in the plenary session of the forum. The speakers discussed the development of sustainable digital infrastructure and new technologies in telecommunications. Digital Almaty has become a tradition and platform for discussions about the digital agenda of the EAEU countries. This year it takes on a new direction, focusing on “Industry X” – the digital evolution of the future.
Let us remind you that the organizers of Digital Almaty were the Ministry of Digital Development, Innovation and Aerospace Industry of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Akimat of Almaty, and the Autonomous Cluster Fund “Park of Innovative Technologies” (Tech Garden).
Follow the updates on the official website DigitalAlmaty.kz for detailed information and registration opportunities.
Venue: Republic of Kazakhstan, Almaty, Kazakhstan Business Cooperation Center “Atakent”
Dates: February 1–3, 2024
For media accreditation: Lyazzat Sagyndykova, Ayim Nusip, +77077090052, a.nusip@techgarden.kz
AD Ports Group, the leading facilitator of global trade, logistics, and industry, has signed a Heads of Terms (HoT) agreement with SEMURG INVEST LLP (Semurg), the owner and developer of Sarzha Mutifunctional Marine Terminal in Kuryk Port, to potentially invest in the grain terminal located at Kuryk Port in Kazakhstan.
Under the terms of the agreement, the two companies would form a joint venture to invest, operate, and develop Sarzha terminal into a multipurpose terminal.
The Heads of Terms agreement was signed by Abdulaziz Zayed Al-Shamsi, Regional CEO of AD Ports Group, and Nurzhan Marabayev, General Director of Semurg in the presence of Marat Karabayev, Minister of Industry and Infrastructure Development of Kazakhstan, Almas Aidarov, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Renat Bekturov, Governor of the Astana International Financial Center.
As noted by Almas Aidarov, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, «The UAE is an important trade and investment partner of Kazakhstan. As of the first quarter of 2023, direct foreign investments from the UAE to Kazakhstan amounted to $209.7 million (a growth of 2.5 times compared to the same period of 2022, which was $83.1 million). From 2005 to the first quarter of 2023, investments totaling $3.38 billion have been attracted. As of August 1, 2023, there are 250 companies with Arab capital operating in Kazakhstan».
Abdulaziz Zayed Al-Shamsi, Regional CEO, AD Ports Group, said “This project would be of significant strategic importance, particularly in the context of the Transcaspian International Transport Route (TITR). Forming a joint venture with Semurg would be a key milestone in our Middle Corridor strategy.”
He added, “This strategic move would come at a critical juncture, emphasising our Group's commitment to expanding our presence in Central Asia.”
Nurzhan Marabayev, General Director, SEMURG INVEST LLP, said “Caspian Sea ports have emerged as pivotal hubs within the fast-growing global logistics supply chain. The cooperation between our two companies would bring new impulse to the ports development in Kazakhstan considering AD Ports Group’s experience and expertise.”
This Heads of Terms agreement follows the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ministry of Industry & Infrastructural Development in January 2023 for strategic cooperation in the development of a marine fleet and coastal infrastructure in the Caspian and Black seas. The MoU was signed in the presence of the UAE President, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.
Established in 2006, AD Ports Group today serves as one of the world’s premier facilitators of logistics, industry, and trade, as well as a bridge linking Abu Dhabi to the world. Listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX: ADPORTS), AD Ports Group’s vertically integrated business approach has proven instrumental in driving the emirate’s economic development over the past decade.
Operating several clusters covering Ports, Economic Cities & Free Zones, Maritime, Logistics, and Digital, AD Ports Group’s portfolio comprises 10 ports and terminals, and more than 550 square kilometers of economic zones within KEZAD Group, the largest integrated trade, logistics, and industrial business grouping in the Middle East.
Semurg Invest LLP is the owner and developer of Multifunctional Marine Terminal Sarzha in Kuryk port. The project is included in the Concept of the development of the transport and logistics potential of the Republic of Kazakhstan until 2030 and plays a significant role in the development of the Middle Corridor and diversification of export routes. The project includes several terminals such as Grain Terminal, Universal Cargo Terminal, Liquid Bulk Terminal, General Cargo Terminal, and Transport and Logistics Center. The total planned transshipment capacity of the project is 10 mln. tons per year.