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New risks in the Black Sea: how the market reacted to the attack on tankers carrying sanctioned oil
The drone strike on two tankers of the Russian “shadow fleet” off the coast of Turkey has become yet another signal about the vulnerability of the Kremlin’s oil logistics. At the same time, it has already forced insurers to reassess risks in the Black Sea.
The Port of Constanta is testing an AI-powered maritime drone to protect port infrastructure
The Romanian Coast Guard is testing the Triton autonomous maritime platform, capable of monitoring the maritime border and critical infrastructure for up to 30 days.
Romania, Bulgaria and Turkey to strengthen mine protection in the Black Sea
Romania, Bulgaria and Turkey have agreed to expand the joint operational group that deals with mine clearance in the Black Sea.
UGA named the largest buyers of Ukrainian soybeans and rapeseed
The largest importer of Ukrainian soybeans in the 2025/26 season was Turkey with 923 thousand tons, and rapeseed – Germany with 876 thousand tons.
Ukrainian wheat is getting cheaper: prices in ports have dropped by another $6–11/t
In ports, food wheat fell in price to $202–209/t, feed wheat to $188–199/t CPT-port.
EBA calls for reducing rail fare increases from 30% to 5–10%
Business proposes to limit the increase to 5-10% after open consultations, as a sharp increase in tariffs may reduce the cargo base and reduce exports.
Nibulon exported 3.15 million tons in the 2025/26 marketing year
In 2025/26 MY Nibulon increased exports to 3.15 million tons against 2.39 million tons in MY 24/25 (+32%).
Preparations for reorganization underway at the port of Pivdennyi
SE “MTP “Pivdennyi” continues the set of measures necessary for work in the new organizational and legal form.
UAV Forces hit nine tankers of the Russian shadow fleet in the Sea of Azov overnight
Units of the Unmanned Systems Forces on the night of July 8 hit nine tankers of the Russian shadow fleet in the Sea of Azov.
Japan has banned the supply of aviation fuel to Russia via third countries and STS transshipments
The ban on the export of aviation fuel to Russia applies not only to direct deliveries, but also to shipments through third countries and ship-to-ship transshipment.
The Ministry of Development will seek funding to restore private port infrastructure
Port businesses will be able to submit their projects to attract international funding to restore damaged infrastructure.
Greek companies earned almost $4 billion from transporting Russian oil in three years
Greek shipping companies have earned almost $4 billion from transporting Russian oil since the start of the full-scale war in Ukraine.
UDS announced 5 million euros in profits for January-May
The Ukrainian Danube Shipping Company reported a profit of 5 million euros in the first five months of 2026.
Russian ship with looted grain heads to Turkey
The bulk carrier “Zaid” loaded with stolen grain in occupied Sevastopol.
Over 60 dead cetaceans found on the coast of Odesa region
Within 40 days, 67 bodies of dead cetaceans were found in the Odesa region, which died due to the actions of the Russian Federation.
Old tankers, warships and how the shadow fleet threatens the Baltic. Interview with Greenpeace Ukraine Director Natalia Gozak
In early July, Greenpeace activists went to the Baltic Sea to document the “Kira K” tanker of the so-called “shadow fleet,” which is under sanctions. Soon, a Russian warship accompanying the tanker approached the activists and began to warn Greenpeace.
The campaign was attended by Natalia Gozak, the director of Greenpeace Ukraine, who documented the entire incident involving the Russian warship. USM spoke with the activist about what the “Kira K” incident shows, why the ship’s appearance near the tanker is an important signal for the countries of the Baltic region, and what environmental risks such shipments pose.
UAV Forces hit eight tankers of the Russian shadow fleet in one night
On the night of July 7, pilots of the Kairos unit of the 414th separate brigade “Birds of Madyar” hit eight tankers of the Russian shadow fleet that were transporting fuel.
Russian oil prices fall to pre-war levels in Middle East
In the first days of July, the average price of Urals in Russia’s western ports was $41.66 per barrel — significantly below the budgeted $59.
The Russian bulk carrier Panormitis was never able to unload the stolen Ukrainian grain at any port
The thief vessel returned to the port of Kavkaz after unsuccessful attempts to sell grain to Israel and Turkey.
