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Deputy Prime Minister Vitaly Savelyev.
The First International Transport and Logistics Forum (ITLF) will be held April 1–3, 2026, in St. Petersburg. The forum will be the largest international industry event in Russia. It will bring together representatives of government, business, and international partners for an open, constructive dialogue and the development of practical solutions for the development of the transport industry in Russia and Eurasia.
"Developing relations with international partners is particularly important in the current geopolitical climate. Building transport corridors that ensure the sustainability and reliability of supply chains remains a priority for Russia. The International Transport and Logistics Forum in St. Petersburg is an opportunity to bring together for the first time those who shape the future of the global transport industry—government, business, and international partners—and develop practical mechanisms for cooperation," emphasized Vitaly Savelyev, Chairman of the MTLF Organizing Committee, Deputy Prime Minister, and Special Presidential Representative for the Development of the North-South International Transport Corridor.
The forum is organized by the Ministry of Transport with the support of the Government, and the event operator is the Roscongress Foundation.
"The International Transport and Logistics Forum in St. Petersburg will serve as a global platform for open dialogue on the future of the industry. Representatives of international organizations, deputy prime ministers, ministers, and deputy transport ministers from friendly countries have been invited to the forum. We will discuss the development of mutually beneficial transport corridors and the synchronization of industry legislation. In particular, we will discuss the creation of a unified international digital transport code. All of this is essential for the sustainable development of the sector in the context of rapid digitalization and the emergence of new technologies," noted Transport Minister Andrey Nikitin.
The event will be attended by Russian and international delegates, including heads of relevant ministries and agencies, heads of transport, industrial, and construction companies, experts, and scientists. Bilateral meetings and intercountry dialogues are planned.
"The First International Transport and Logistics Forum will become a new strategic platform for implementing Russian President Vladimir Putin's instructions to ensure the competitiveness of our transport corridors and promote the industry's achievements internationally. This will be more than just an event—it will create a new focal point for showcasing cutting-edge solutions and fostering international dialogue on logistics and infrastructure amid a changing geopolitical landscape and sanctions. I am confident the forum will provide a powerful impetus to the development of multilateral cooperation and open up new opportunities for building mutually beneficial partnerships with key international players," said Anton Kobyakov, Advisor to the President of Russia and Executive Secretary of the Organizing Committee for the MTLF.
The forum's main content includes discussions on the development of international transport corridors, such as the North-South International Transport Corridor, as well as strengthening integration ties within the EAEU, CIS, SCO, and BRICS. Forum topics will cover digitalization and innovative technologies in logistics, improving transportation safety, improving regulatory frameworks in the international transport sector, and developing transport education and training.
The forum will promote Russia's transport and logistics potential in Greater Eurasia and showcase cutting-edge industry achievements. An important objective is to develop a new logic for international cooperation and sustainable development of the transport system.
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