Global cargo giants to take center stage in Central Asia

Loading cargo on plane in airport before flight.

The countdown has begun. In just a week, the heart of Eurasia will host the Central Asia Air Cargo Summit 2 the region’s flagship platform for strategy, infrastructure, investment and innovation in air freight, from 22 till 25 September, 2025. As Central Asia emerges as a key global cargo hub, the summit will bring together over 30 airlines, top logistics players, regulators and technology providers to shape the future of regional and transcontinental connectivity. Confirmed speakers include industry leaders such as Rizwan Siddiqui (IATA), Thomas Kowitzki (DHL Global Forwarding), Farhod Rahmonov (Turkish Airlines), Michael Clements (Atlas Air), Endzhe Gilfanutdinova (Lufthansa Cargo), Gerhard Coetzee (Chapman Freeborn), Nurbek Bekmukhambetov (Vietjet Qazaqstan), Joyce Tai (Freightos Group) and Parvinder Singh (Hans Infomatic), alongside representatives from UzCargo, Navoi Airport, Fly Khiva and more. Airlines participating include Uzbekistan Airways, Turkish Cargo, Alpha Sky, My Freighter, Qatar Airways, Lufthansa Cargo, Flydubai, SCAT Airlines, Vietjet Qazaqstan, Saudia Cargo, FedEx/TNT, and Silk Way West, among others — making this a truly unmissable networking and business development opportunity.

Key sessions include:

  • Digital Innovations in Air Cargo
  • Air Cargo Infrastructure & Investment
  • Air Cargo Industry Leaders Roundtable
  • New Routes and Regional Development
  • E-commerce and Express Delivery Logistics
  • Multimodal Corridors and Trade Facilitation

On-Site Experience

Take part in a guided tour of Tashkent International Airport’s new cargo terminal, which has quadrupled its handling capacity and is setting new standards in efficiency and automation for the region.

Business-Focused Networking

This isn’t just a conference — it’s a powerful industry platform designed to foster new connections, unlock investment opportunities, and turn regional challenges into actionable growth strategies.

Why You Should Join:

Central Asia is not just a transit point anymore — it’s rapidly becoming a strategic cargo corridor with increasing global relevance. The region’s infrastructure is expanding, new freighter fleets are being added, and regulatory support is growing — creating massive opportunity for airlines, cargo operators, airport developers, and tech providers alike.

  • Meet Industry Leaders: Keynote speakers and panelists from Turkish Airlines, Atlas Air, Lufthansa Cargo, Flynas, Vietjet Qazaqstan, DHL Global Forwarding, Chapman Freeborn, IATA, and more.
  • Strategic Insights: Learn how digital innovation, fleet expansion, and infrastructure upgrades are transforming the region’s logistics landscape.
  • Networking & Deals: This event isn’t just about discussion — it’s a powerful business platform where partnerships are formed and deals are made.
  • Exclusive Access: Tour Tashkent’s new high-tech cargo terminal and explore the investment potential of one of the fastest-growing air cargo markets in the world.

As the industry evolves, your voice and vision should be part of the conversation. This summit is your chance to showcase, collaborate, and lead in shaping the future of Eurasian logistics. Whether you’re an airline looking to expand in the region, a freight forwarder seeking new corridors, or an investor exploring logistics infrastructure — this is your moment.