Record 55 million tons of cargo transported through the Ukrainian sea corridor
During the 10 months of operation of the Ukrainian sea corridor, 55 million tons were transported, which is a record amount of cargo
This was reported by the Ministry of Communities, Territories and Infrastructure of Ukraine.
It is noted that 1954 vessels were loaded in 10 months, and 37.4 million tons of agricultural products were exported to 45 countries through the sea corridor.
“55 million tons of cargo – the cargo turnover of the ports of Greater Odesa for 10 months of the Ukrainian corridor,” the Ministry said.
The report also emphasizes that Ukraine remains “a top exporter of agricultural products and a guarantor of food security in the world,” despite Russia’s constant shelling of port infrastructure.
Also, 68 ships are currently waiting to approach the ports of Odesa, Chornomorsk, and Pivdennyi, which export almost 2 million tons of cargo.
On May 4, it was reported that foreign aid provided to Ukraine, including investments, creates conditions for the growth of grain exports from Ukraine by about 15% this year.
Analysts say that the preliminary prices for sunflowers of the new crop are up to 20,000/ton.
