Delays of cargo delivery through Kazakhstan

In recent weeks, many companies and entrepreneurs working with the delivery of goods from China and other countries through Kazakhstan have faced serious delays. Long queues of trucks have formed on the border of Russia and Kazakhstan, and the delivery time of cargo has increased to several weeks.

This situation caused a wave of panic: some channels began to say that the cargo circuit is “dying”. However, it is important to understand that we are not talking about the termination of auto routes, but only about the time restrictions associated with increased control measures.

Causes of delay

The main factor that caused congestion at the border is reinforced inspections of trucks.

• Through the territory of Kazakhstan began to transport drones and other military equipmentIn the context of geopolitical tensions, it refers to “sensitive” cargoes.
• In response, Russian and Kazakh authorities stepped up controls and began to check cars more thoroughly.
• Checks are carried out selectively, but take a lot of time, which leads to queues and delays.

Important: securityNot a ban on the scheme itself.

Time frame for normalization

According to information from market participants and carriers:

• situation temporary;
• Traffic stabilization is expected within the next month;
• No one plans to completely stop shipping through Kazakhstan.

Cargo auto: current position

• Delivery through Kazakhstan works, but with delay;
• The cost of services for some carriers has increased as cars are idle;
• Shippers must put a minimum of 2-3 weeks in logistics plans.

Alternative routes

In order not to stop deliveries and minimize risks, many companies temporarily switch to other schemes:

1. Cargo railway through Belarus

• It remains a stable and reliable route;
• Delivery time is predictable;
• Suitable for most categories of goods, including electronics, textiles, equipment.

2. Russia's eastern border

• Transportation goes through border crossings in the Primorsky Territory and Transbaikalia;
• Auto and railway directions operate without interruptions;
• A good option for urgent cargo.

3. Air delivery

• The fastest way, but more expensive;
• It is used for valuable and urgent goods.

What to do with business now

1. Reviewing the logistics strategy More time for delivery through Kazakhstan.
2. Consider alternative routes Railways through Belarus or the eastern border.
3. Separate parties Do not send large volumes by one transport, but distribute them through several channels.
4. Maintain contact with the carrier - to specify the current dates and forecasts for specific cargoes.

Delays of car cargo through Kazakhstan is a temporary measure associated with increased security and cargo inspection. The panic about the “end of cargo” has no basis: delivery continues to work, albeit intermittently.

The situation should stabilize in the coming month, but business should adapt in advance: use alternative routes and flexibly plan logistics.