The electronic queueing system for trucks has been operating since September 1 at three checkpoints along the state border of the Russian Federation: Zabaikalsk, located at the border with China; Bugristoye, at the border with Kazakhstan; and Chernyshevskoye, at the border with Lithuania. This development was reported by DEA News, signaling a shift in how freight crossings are managed at these points of entry.
Under the new arrangement, cargo carriers will be able to reserve a specific date and time for entry to the designated checkpoints, streamlining their planning and reducing uncertainty in transit schedules. The Transport Ministry of the Russian Federation explained that the system aims to bring order and oversight to the queue formation process, evenly distributing traffic among the checkpoints, and making border crossing times more predictable. The anticipated result is a reduction in wait times for carriers and ultimately lower operational costs associated with idling and delays. The reform promises a smoother, more transparent flow of goods across this portion of the border, with benefits for logistics providers and shippers. (citation: DEA News)
Previously, the Lithuanian Government expressed concerns over cargo transit of 57 groups of goods routed via Russia and Belarus, highlighting security and regulatory considerations tied to dual-use items and strategic components. This move reflects ongoing vigilance over the routes used for international cargo and the need to monitor items that could potentially contribute to military production chains. (citation: Lithuanian government communications)
In a related development, Ukraine had earlier declared measures regarding the deployment of military personnel with combat experience along the border with Belarus. The note underscores the broader regional security context surrounding border facilities and cross-border traffic, especially where military and civilian logistics intersect and where timely, reliable cross-border movements are critical for both humanitarian and economic reasons. (citation: Ukrainian authorities communications)