Mariam Kvrivishvili, Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development, appointed Bakur Mikadze as the Head of the Georgian Land Transport Agency.

The Minister stated that the Land Transport Agency has an important role in further developing the country’s transport potential. “Georgia is at the crossroads of regional transit routes, and for stable and safe cargo services, it is necessary to have a well-functioning infrastructure and effective management systems. The proper functioning of the transport market will ensure the attraction of more cargo to the Middle Corridor, which will positively impact both the country’s economic stability and the revenues from the sector” – Mariam Kvrivishvili said.

The Minister particularly emphasized the greater transparency of processes in the field of land transport and the effective management of the Agency. Kvrivishvili wished the new head of the Land Transport Agency success in his future work.

The new head of the Land Transport Agency has extensive experience in leadership positions in the public sector. Mikadze is also an associate professor at the University of Business and Technology and an assistant professor at the Georgian Technical University. Bakur Mikadze is a Doctor of Law and International Relations, as well as a Master’s Degree in law.

Guram Guramishvili, Deputy Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development, also attended the presentation of the newly appointed head if the Agency.