On October 29, 2026, a meeting was held at the headquarters of the State Service of Maritime and River Transport of Turkmenistan with a regional delegation of "AECOM Technical Services" (USA) under the Transport Corridor Technical Resilience (TCTR) program in Central Asia. During the meeting, the parties exchanged views on the extensive work being carried out to modernize the regional transport and logistics infrastructure, projects underway at the "Balkan" Shipyard and Ship Repair Facility, and the enhancement of interregional transport corridors.

Representatives of AECOM delivered a presentation on the TCTR program implemented from 2026 to 2028, highlighting ongoing efforts to attract investment into the transport, energy, and information technology (IT) sectors of Central Asia. The meeting also addressed opportunities for cooperation, supported by international financial institutions including the Islamic Development Bank, regarding the construction of new vessels and the implementation of the "Single Maritime Window" system.

Furthermore, representatives of the State Service of Maritime and River Transport of Turkmenistan invited the guests to attend the International Transport Forum to be held on November 24–26, 2026. The guests expressed keen interest in participating in the event. At the conclusion of the meeting, both parties expressed confidence in the further development of mutually beneficial cooperation, following which the delegation conducted an on-site visit to inspect the facilities and capabilities of the Turkmenbashi International Seaport.