ALT University welcomed Yerbol Nursayinovich Bukharbayev, Chairman of the Association of Legal Entities “Kazakhstan Association of Special Economic Zones”, on an introductory visit.
During the meeting, the guest learned about the University’s educational, research and innovation infrastructure. Particular attention was paid to its modern teaching and laboratory facilities in logistics and transport process management.
Mr Bukharbayev was introduced to the Smart Logistics Hub, established with the support of the international company JD.com (Jing Dong) and Urumqi Vocational University. The centre is equipped with modern digital and robotic systems that simulate key warehouse and distribution logistics processes, including the receipt and processing of goods, inventory management, automated transportation, sorting and order picking.
The laboratory uses AGV robots, electronic labelling systems, conveyor equipment, as well as Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Transportation Management Systems (TMS). The centre provides opportunities to conduct research in intelligent logistics, warehouse process automation and e-commerce.
As part of the tour, the guest also visited the Sorting Station and Operational Traffic Management and Transport Logistics teaching laboratories. He learned about their technical equipment and capabilities for modelling transportation processes, managing traffic flows and operating logistics infrastructure.
During the meeting, the parties discussed promising areas of cooperation between ALT University and the Kazakhstan Association of Special Economic Zones. Potential areas include joint expert and research initiatives, the development of digital solutions in transport and logistics, industry-focused events, and the exchange of experience in improving logistics infrastructure and developing special economic zones.
The visit was an important step towards strengthening the University’s engagement with the professional and industry community and opened new opportunities for joint projects in logistics, digitalisation and innovative development.
Author: Abdikalikova L. B.
