Caspian Ports & Logistics 2027 in Aktau, Kazakhstan
Dates
13–15 Jul 2027
City / country
Aktau, Kazakhstan
Venue
Rixos Water World Aktau
Event overview
Caspian Ports & Logistics 2027 is the Caspian region's dedicated ports, shipping and logistics exhibition and conference, held 13-15 July 2027 at Rixos Water World Aktau in Aktau, Kazakhstan.
The biennial event connects port authorities, terminal operators, shipping lines and freight forwarders with equipment, technology and service suppliers from across the Middle Corridor.
Attendance is trade-only, with delegate registration handled by organiser Transport Events Management Ltd.
TL;DR
Meet the port authorities, terminal operators, shipping lines and freight forwarders who control Middle Corridor volumes, in one resort venue on the Caspian coast. The two-day conference gives commercial and operations teams a concise view of TITR route development, terminal investment and customs bottlenecks, while the exhibition floor is small enough to work systematically in two days.
Aktau's port community and the wider Caspian buyer base attend as a working audience rather than a general public crowd. With roughly 50 stands at the last edition, exhibitors get disproportionate visibility and time with decision makers. Stand packages are sold directly by Transport Events, so a compact 9 sqm presence can test the market before committing to a larger regional programme.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Location & Facilities
Halls & areas
2Rixos Water World Aktau, Warm Beach 34, Aktau 130000, Kazakhstan
Entrances & gates
Warm Beach main entrance
Resort lobby entrance; registration desks are signposted from the door.
Food options
Rixos Water World Aktau restaurants
On-site diningParking: On-site resort car park; delegates arriving by car should use the main Warm Beach entrance and follow event signage.
Gate: Enter through the resort lobby; registration and badge collection are signposted to the exhibition foyer.
Attend
Ticket info
Badge collection
Collect your delegate badge at the registration desk in the resort lobby; bring photo ID and your confirmation email.
Ticket notes
Delegate registration is handled by Transport Events; no public ticket price is published. Exhibition stand packages are sold separately.
What's on
Port of Aktau technical tour
A guided visit to port and logistics facilities, offered to registered delegates at recent editions.
Departure from the Rixos Water World Aktau lobby; transport is arranged by the organiser.
WebsiteHow the last edition performed
Last edition
2025
Visitors: 300
Exhibitors: 50
This edition
2027
Visitors: 350
Exhibitors: 60
Next edition
2029
The next confirmed edition of the series moves to Turkmenbashi, Turkmenistan, on 3-5 July 2029, according to the organiser. That confirms the biennial cadence and a rotating Caspian host city after Aktau.
Venue moves from Aktau to Turkmenbashi Continues the biennial Caspian rotation
Growth over time
Edition recap
The 2025 edition ran 9-11 December at Rixos Water World Aktau with 50 international exhibitors, 35 speakers and more than 300 industry delegates.
New this edition
Port tour for registered delegates
Recent editions included a technical visit to the Port of Aktau and Kuryk port facilities for registered delegates.
SourceEnglish-Russian simultaneous translation
The conference programme has been delivered with simultaneous translation in English and Russian.
SourceImpact
Aktau sits at the Kazakh end of the Trans-Caspian route, so the show matters most to buyers moving cargo between Central Asia, the South Caucasus and Europe. The compact floor means a visitor can cover the main equipment, software and service suppliers in a day and still hold substantive meetings with port and terminal teams.
Audience quality
The audience is narrow but senior: port authorities, terminal operators, shipping lines, forwarders and government officials rather than general trade visitors. At roughly 300 delegates the room is small enough for repeat conversations, and the bilingual English-Russian conference suits both Caspian and wider European participants.
Exhibitor outcomes
ROI depends on fit with Caspian procurement cycles rather than footfall. Suppliers with an active Aktau, Kuryk or TITR pipeline can use a 9 sqm stand to advance named accounts and justify follow-up travel; vendors without regional representation should treat the show as market research and budget accordingly. No audited ROI or rebooking rate is published.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
The Middle Corridor is shifting Caspian freight away from single-route dependence, and Aktau is its busiest Kazakh gateway. Port expansion, rail-ferry links and terminal automation are creating live procurement demand for equipment, software and logistics services. A focused regional show puts suppliers in one room with the port authorities and cargo owners approving those projects.
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
Middle Corridor volume growth
Cargo moving on the Trans-Caspian route continues to expand as shippers diversify away from northern rail corridors, raising demand for Caspian port capacity, ferry links and border processing.
What it changes: Aktau and Kuryk terminal operators are investing in throughput, which translates into equipment and software budgets that suppliers can discuss at the show.
Port digitalisation and automation
Caspian terminals are adopting terminal operating systems, gate automation and tracking platforms to cut dwell time and connect to shipper booking systems.
What it changes: Software and integration vendors can meet port and terminal decision makers who are actively specifying systems rather than browsing.
Caspian fleet and equipment renewal
Ageing handling equipment and expanding ro-ro and container traffic are pushing operators to refresh cranes, spreaders, reach stackers and marine services.
What it changes: Equipment makers can position compact, serviceable machinery suited to Caspian conditions and local maintenance capacity.
Aktau anchors the Kazakh side of the Middle Corridor, while Baku and Turkmenbashi host the neighbouring national editions. Planning two or three events in one Caspian trip is feasible with careful sequencing.
Caspian summer circuit
Baku in early June and Aktau in mid-July can be combined with a Central Asia itinerary.
Circuit dates are estimates except the organiser-confirmed 2029 edition and the publicly listed Baku dates.
Plan your trip
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Aktau International Airport
Closest gateway; taxis and pre-booked transfers meet arrivals.
about 25 km
to venue
30-40 minutes
by car
Atyrau International Airport
Alternative Caspian connection via Atyrau.
about 450 km
to venue
6-7 hours by road or 1 hour by air
by car
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
USD 55–85 / night
Simple city hotels about 15-20 minutes from the resort.
USD 110–170 / night
International-standard rooms with breakfast and business facilities.
USD 220–380 / night
On-site or beachfront options; book early because the venue hotel fills during the event.
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Taxi / Yandex Go
Ride-hailing is widely used; agree the fare or use the app before departure.
City bus
Local buses are cheap but infrequent; allow extra time and carry small change.
Plan your trip
Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.
| Type | Who needs it | Fee | Processing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Visa-free entry | Citizens of the EU, UK, US, Canada and several other OECD countries | — | None | |
| E-visa | Nationalities not on the visa-free list | $60.00 | 3-5 working days |
Kazakhstan maintains a visa-free list that changes periodically; check your nationality on the official portal before booking.
Kazakhstan accepts ATA Carnets for temporary admission of exhibition goods; confirm the procedure with the organiser and freight forwarder.
Official visa pageWeather
July is hot and dry in Aktau, typically 28-35°C by day with a Caspian breeze in the evening; rain is rare. Carry water and sun protection for the port tour.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Kazakhstan uses 220V European-style sockets; mobile data is widely available and roaming is reasonable. The resort provides Wi-Fi in public areas and meeting rooms.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Language
Kazakh and Russian are the working languages. The conference has used simultaneous English-Russian translation, and English is common among international exhibitors.
Local etiquette
Shake hands at meetings, arrive on time and dress smart-casual for the conference. Friday is a prayer day, so avoid scheduling sensitive meetings around midday.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: Aktau International Airport (SCO)
Aktau has limited direct international service; most routes connect through Istanbul, Almaty or Astana. Book early for July, when Caspian beach demand peaks.
Book flightsGet to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Taxi or pre-booked transfer from SCO, roughly 30-40 minutes and 3,000-6,000 KZT.
Hotel → venue: City hotels are 15-20 minutes by taxi; the Rixos is on site.
Ride-hail: Yandex Go operates in Aktau and is the easiest way to book taxis.
Public transit: Local buses are cheap but sparse; not recommended for time-sensitive meetings.
Parking: Resort car park at the Warm Beach entrance, limited during the event.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: July
Temperature: 28-35°C daytime, 20-24°C at night
Seasonality: Dry and sunny; Caspian humidity is moderate.
Packing: Light business wear, sunglasses, sunscreen and a light jacket for air-conditioned rooms.
Plan your trip
Best day to visit: 2027-07-14
Day two typically combines a full conference programme with a settled exhibition floor, so visitors can attend sessions and still hold supplier meetings without the first-morning registration rush.
Confirm delegate registration and receive the organiser confirmation. — Keep the confirmation email for badge collection.
Book flights into Aktau (SCO) and a hotel near Warm Beach. — July is peak Caspian season; the venue hotel fills first.
Check Kazakhstan visa or visa-free status for your passport. — Apply for an e-visa if required; carry a printed copy.
Build a shortlist of exhibitors and request meetings. — Target port equipment, terminal software and logistics suppliers.
Download the agenda, plan the port tour and print your badge confirmation. — Bring photo ID and a light jacket for session rooms.
Registration and badge collection in the resort lobby
Rixos Water World Aktau lobbyKeynote and Middle Corridor policy session
Conference HallLunch and supplier meetings on the exhibition floor
Exhibition HallPort operations panel and Q&A
Conference HallPort of Kuryk tour
Technical Port Visit
About 1.5 hours south of Aktau
See the rail-ferry and ro-ro facilities that handle Middle Corridor traffic.
Mangystau canyon country
Half-Day Nature Trip
2-4 hours from Aktau
Bozzhyra and the chalk cliffs are the region's signature landscape; add a day before or after the show.
Rixos beach bar
Evening networking
Casual spot for delegate conversations after sessions; expect a mixed port and shipping crowd.
Exhibition floor coffee area
Daytime meetings
Central tables make it easy to spot exhibitors between conference blocks.
The audience is small enough that generic mass mail is obvious. Reference the stand, the session or the port tour, and keep the first follow-up short.
Budget
Shell scheme
USD 330–520 / m²
Raw space
USD 220–380 / m²
Standard booth
9 m²
No 2027 stand tariff was published. Bands are estimates for a compact Caspian event and exclude VAT, freight, power and stand build extras.
sourceAdjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
booth
exhibitor · shell 9 sqm
USD 2970–4680 / per stand
hotel
both · mid
USD 120–180 / per night
flight
visitor · economy return
USD 180–480 / per person
per_diem
both · standard
USD 45–75 / per day
| Item | For | Tier | Estimated range | Status | As of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| booth | exhibitor | shell 9 sqm | USD 2970–4680 / per stand | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| hotel | both | mid | USD 120–180 / per night | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| flight | visitor | economy return | USD 180–480 / per person | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| per_diem | both | standard | USD 45–75 / per day | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
Decision
Six quick questions to decide whether to visit, exhibit or skip Caspian Ports & Logistics 2027.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
What best describes your organisation?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
You want market intelligence and a short list of partners without committing stand budget.
Best for
Port, shipping and logistics professionals assessing Caspian demand
Min. budget
$1,200.00
Timeline
4-6 weeks
Risks
Limited direct flights to Aktau
Small floor if you need many suppliers
exhibit
You have named accounts or projects in Kazakhstan and want face time with port decision makers.
Best for
Equipment, software and service suppliers with a Caspian pipeline
Min. budget
$6,000.00
Timeline
3 months
Risks
Freight and customs lead times
Small audience if your buyer is outside the region
skip
Your products serve unrelated markets and you cannot follow up in the region.
Best for
Vendors with no Caspian or Central Asia business case
Timeline
Not applicable
Risks
Missing early TITR procurement signals
Book with
Port of Aktau
Kazakhstan's main Caspian seaport and host partner of the 2025 edition.
Named as host in organiser promotion for the 2025 edition.
Trans-Caspian International Transport Route
Middle Corridor route association that supported the 2025 edition as strategic partner.
Named as strategic partner in organiser promotion.
Rixos Water World Aktau
Five-star Caspian resort hosting the exhibition and conference.
Venue confirmed in the public fair record.
Transport Events Management Ltd
Malaysia-based organiser of port, shipping and transport logistics events in emerging markets.
Organiser listed in the public fair record.
Recommended providers
Check visa-free status and apply for an e-visa if required.
Book Warm Beach or city-centre hotels early for July.
Turkish Airlines / SCAT Airlines
Compare Istanbul and Almaty connections into Aktau (SCO).
Use a forwarder experienced in ATA Carnet and Caspian customs.
Choose a policy covering business travel to Kazakhstan and exhibition goods.
Book a guided Bozzhyra or Kuryk port trip around show days.
Offline badge scanning with CSV export; confirm organiser scanner support.
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