Port of Kuryk: Strategic Opportunities and Logistics Solutions by Alliance Multimodal

The Port of Kuryk is a relatively new but highly important seaport in Kazakhstan, located on the eastern shore of the Caspian Sea. It was built to support the country’s growing role as a transport hub between East and West, easing the load on the Port of Aktau and boosting transit potential across the region.

Today, Kuryk plays a vital role in the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (TITR) — also known as the Middle Corridor — which links China, Kazakhstan, the Caspian Sea, Azerbaijan, Georgia, and Europe.

Kuryk — a rapidly growing logistics hub

Since it opened in 2017, the Port of Kuryk has grown steadily and become a key part of Kazakhstan’s logistics network. Today, it includes two dry cargo terminals, a grain terminal, an automobile ferry terminal, and expanded areas for cargo handling and storage.

In 2024, the port handled around 1.96 million tons of cargo, including 25,900 tons of grain through its newly launched grain terminal, which began operations in November.

While Kuryk does not serve container ships directly, it specializes in ferry operations — moving goods from trucks and trains onto vessels, mainly heading toward the Port of Alat in Azerbaijan. This makes it a crucial link in multimodal transport across the Caspian Sea.

A major upgrade was completed in 2024, when dredging work increased the port’s depth from 5.8 to 7.5 meters, allowing it to receive larger ships. In 2025, construction will begin on a new liquid bulk (oil) terminal, and in the longer term, a green hydrogen terminal is also planned — supporting Kazakhstan’s push toward sustainable infrastructure and cleaner energy solutions.

Alliance Multimodal — A Trusted Partner at the Port of Kuryk

Alliance Multimodal actively operates through the Port of Kuryk under direct partnership agreements with port authorities and operators. Using our deep understanding of the port’s capabilities and the regional logistics landscape, we deliver seamless cargo movement across the Middle Corridor.

Our key services through the Port of Kuryk:

• Export operations from Kazakhstan, with transshipment at Kuryk and delivery to Azerbaijan, Georgia, Turkey, and Europe;
• Transit shipments from China to Europe;
• Project and break bulk cargo transportation, with full logistical support;
• Transshipment from rail and truck to ferry vessels;
• Storage and temporary warehousing services near the port;
• Multimodal transport planning, combining road, rail, and sea.

We carefully analyze our clients’ requirements to offer the most efficient route, tailored to the cargo type, timing, and budget. Our team is experienced in managing complex international logistics projects from start to finish.

Strategic Importance of the Kuryk Route

The Port of Kuryk is part of the Aktau Seaport Special Economic Zone, offering additional tax and administrative benefits for businesses. Under Kazakhstan’s national maritime infrastructure development plan for 2024–2028, Kuryk is set to evolve alongside the Port of Aktau into a major maritime logistics hub. By 2028, the throughput capacity of both ports is expected to increase by 50%, with container handling capacity projected to triple.

This provides a strong foundation for expanded transit flows through Kazakhstan and enhances the competitiveness of the Middle Corridor amid ongoing shifts in global trade routes.

Alliance Multimodal — Your Gateway to the Trans-Caspian Corridor

By leveraging the strategic potential of the Port of Kuryk, Alliance Multimodal delivers logistics solutions that meet the demands of modern international supply chains. No matter the complexity or scale of your shipment, we provide reliable, transparent, and fully supported services across every stage of transportation.

Contact us to learn more about shipping options via the Port of Kuryk and let us build the most effective route for your cargo.