BAKU, Azerbaijan, September 21. AsstrA Company intends to open an office in Azerbaijan, Oleg Sysolyatin, head of AsstrA's general and bulk cargo division, told Trend.
Sysolyatin noted that this step will open new prospects for AsstrA's clients, expanding access to quality logistics services in the Caucasus region.
"AsstrA is a global logistics service provider and specializes in international freight transportation, warehousing solutions, and customs clearance. With over twenty-five years of experience and a presence in more than 20 countries around the world, AsstrA has successfully served customers from a variety of industries. Entering the Azerbaijani market will be a logical next step for AsstrA as it strives to meet the needs of its customers in an expanding global economy. Azerbaijan, with its fast-growing infrastructure and active trade, offers many opportunities for the development of logistics services," he said.
He said entering the Azerbaijani market will allow AsstrA to deepen its roots in the region and provide the best possible customer service.
"We are committed to continuously expanding our geographical footprint and maximizing customer satisfaction. Entering the Azerbaijan market is a natural evolution of our capabilities and a response to our customers' needs. This step confirms AsstrA's strategic vision and its intention to continue providing high-quality logistics solutions in new regions of the world," Sysolyatin added.
Moreover, the company intends to enter the top 10 logistics providers in Europe in terms of turnover.
Also, cargo transportation by all types of transport in Azerbaijan amounted to 148.2 million tons from January through August 2023, which is 6.5 percent higher year-on-year. Passenger transportation in Azerbaijan in the reporting period exceeded 1.1 billion people, which is 16 percent higher year-on-year.