Agricultural logistics: from Kazakhstan to Azerbaijan and Türkiye via BTK Railway.

Efficient Multimodal Solutions for Agricultural Products.

Transporting agricultural products across countries is a complex task that demands efficiency, reliability, and meticulous attention to quality — especially when it comes to perishable goods. With growing trade between Central Asia, the South Caucasus, and Türkiye, businesses need logistics solutions that are flexible, secure, and cost-effective.

Alliance Multimodal, a subsidiary of Alliance Logistics, offers comprehensive multimodal transport services connecting Kazakhstan with Azerbaijan and Türkiye via the Baku–Tbilisi–Kars (BTK) railway and the Caspian Sea.

Seamless Multimodal Routes Across the Middle Corridor

The Middle Corridor, connecting Central Asia to Europe via the South Caucasus, has emerged as one of the fastest-growing transit routes in the region. Alliance Multimodal leverages this corridor to provide end-to-end logistics solutions for agricultural products, combining sea, rail, and road transport.

1. Across the Caspian Sea
   The journey begins at the port of Aktau (Kazakhstan), where cargo is loaded onto feeders or ferries bound for Alat (Azerbaijan). This maritime leg offers a cost-effective alternative to overland transport while reducing transit time. Our vessels are equipped to handle both bulk and containerized agricultural cargo, ensuring safety and efficiency. In addition, Alliance Multimodal provides full support for customs procedures, cargo handling, and documentation, minimizing delays and risks during the sea crossing.

2. Rail Transport via BTK
   Upon arrival in Alat, cargo is transferred to the Baku–Tbilisi–Kars (BTK) railway, passing through the Boyuk Kesik / Gardabani – Akhalkalaki section. This modern railway corridor connects Azerbaijan, Georgia, and Türkiye, bypassing congestion commonly experienced on traditional overland routes. BTK enables fast, reliable, and secure transport of cargo, with real-time monitoring and tracking to ensure every shipment reaches its destination in optimal condition.

3. Final Delivery in Türkiye
   Once in Türkiye, cargo is delivered to key cities such as Kosekoy, Istanbul, Mersin, and Izmir. Depending on client requirements, we provide flexible last-mile delivery options, including trucking and container handling, ensuring that agricultural products arrive at the market or processing facility promptly.

Temperature-Controlled and Standard Cargo

Agricultural products often require specific storage and handling conditions to maintain quality during transit. Alliance Multimodal provides solutions for:

• Temperature-controlled cargo — including perishable fruits, vegetables, dairy products, and frozen goods. Our refrigerated wagons and containers maintain precise temperatures throughout the journey.
• Non-temperature cargo — such as grains, packaged foods, and dry agricultural products. These shipments are transported in dry wagons and containers, securely packaged for long-distance transit.

Our approach ensures that every shipment, regardless of type, is handled with care and delivered in perfect condition.

Reliable transport infrastructure

Being a subsidiary of Alliance Logistics, Alliance Multimodal has access to a modern, well-maintained fleet and logistics infrastructure. This allows us to maintain full control over every stage of delivery and provide high levels of service reliability.

Our transport assets include:

• 100+ dry rail wagons for bulk and packaged goods
• 60+ dry containers for secure intermodal transport
• 30+ refrigerated rail wagons for temperature-sensitive cargo
• 20+ refrigerated containers to maintain the cold chain
• 2 vessels operating in the Caspian Sea for maritime transport

This infrastructure ensures that Alliance Multimodal can manage large volumes of agricultural cargo efficiently while offering complete traceability and operational oversight.

Advantages of Working with Alliance Multimodal

1. Seamless Multimodal Transport
   We coordinate sea, rail, and road transport to deliver cargo along a single, streamlined route. This reduces transit time, lowers costs, and minimizes handling risks.
2. Full Control and Transparency
   Our proprietary fleet and containers are fully monitored, providing clients with real-time updates and ensuring that every shipment meets quality standards.
3. Flexibility for Diverse Cargo Needs
   Alliance Multimodal handles both temperature-controlled and standard cargo with specialized equipment and operational expertise.
4. Expertise Across the Middle Corridor
   With extensive experience in the region, our team ensures smooth customs clearance, documentation, and regulatory compliance in Azerbaijan, Georgia, and Türkiye.
5. Efficient and Reliable Delivery
   Using the BTK railway and modern multimodal infrastructure, we offer faster transit compared to traditional overland routes, helping businesses reach their markets on time.

Why the Middle Corridor Matters

The Middle Corridor is becoming a strategic route for connecting Central Asia with Europe and the Mediterranean. It bypasses traditional congestion points and offers a shorter, faster alternative to the Northern Corridor.

Alliance Multimodal’s presence along this corridor ensures clients can access competitive transit times, lower risks, and reliable scheduling, which is particularly critical for perishable and high-value agricultural goods.

From Field to Market

Alliance Multimodal’s multimodal solutions guarantee that your agricultural products move seamlessly from the production site in Kazakhstan to end markets in Azerbaijan and Türkiye. By combining maritime, rail, and road transport with specialized equipment and a dedicated team, we ensure that every shipment maintains its quality, arrives on time, and complies with all international standards.

Contact Alliance Multimodal today to discuss your next shipment and discover the most efficient multimodal transport solutions for your agricultural products.