On May 25, 2026, as part of their educational practice, Senior Lecturer of the Department of Transport Services and Business, Ainash Satanovna Userbayeva, led an immersive team workshop and round table titled “Container Hub of the Future” for students in groups LO-25-1, LO-25-2, and LO-25-3. The event focused on tackling real-world challenges in container logistics digitalization, supply chain optimization, and the integration of next-generation technologies through collaborative teamwork.
The workshop provided deep-dive sessions into three strategic areas:
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“Smart Terminal” (Port and Railway Hub Operators): Focused on terminal automation, deploying Artificial Intelligence (AI) for optimized container allocation, boosting cargo handling equipment productivity, and mitigating traffic congestion using Digital Twins technology.
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“Digital Freight Forwarder” (Logistics Companies): Centered on advancing electronic document management systems (specifically the digital bill of lading), implementing IoT sensors for real-time temperature and geolocation tracking, and streamlining multimodal transportation networks.
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“Green Logistics and Innovation” (R&D Center and Environmental Experts): Addressed methods for reducing carbon footprints, adopting alternative energy sources such as hydrogen and electricity, and ensuring rigorous cybersecurity measures to safeguard logistics networks against cyberattacks.
Throughout the interactive session, students presented innovative ideas and formulated practical, industry-ready solutions. Organized to the highest standards, this round table successfully enhanced inter-team collaboration, strengthened professional competencies, and prepared future logistics leaders for modern market demands.
Contribution to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):
The outcomes of this workshop directly support the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals:
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SDG 9 — Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
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SDG 11 — Sustainable Cities and Communities
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SDG 13 — Climate Action
