Analytics
Izmail, Reni and Ust-Dunaisk. How the Ukrainian ports on the Danube changed during the year of the war
Russia’s blockade of Ukrainian seaports has caused a lot of damage to our country. It was because of the blockade by russian federation that the Ukrainian ports on the Danube were able to activate and even equalize the actual cargo traffic with the passport traffic. USM tells what the year of war turned out to be for the Danube ports, and what Izmail, Reni and Ust-Dunaisk should expect this year.
Export of metals through ports: is there a chance?
In order to pass the difficult for the economy year 2023, Ukraine needs to unblock ports for the export of metallurgical products.
The monthly planning system of Ukrzaliznytsia paralyzes the sales of farmers
The planning system applied by Ukrzaliznytsia with a one-month horizon for grain export transportation makes it impossible for farmers to fulfill export contracts in good faith and, ultimately, will have a negative effect on the work of the UZ itself.
Informall BG: Resumption of direct container transportation to Ukraine is a humanitarian need
Informall BG – cargo analytical and consulting bureau based in Ukraine, offers one of the solutions to both the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine and the food crisis in the world.
OPEC+ will cut oil production: will it save russia?
On Wednesday, October 5, OPEC+ countries agreed to cut oil production to 2 million barrels per day. USM tells how this will affect the West’s plans to impose a “ceiling” on russian oil prices.
Control over Zmiinyi Island is still in the center of attention
Control over the island remains important not only for Ukraine, but also for NATO countries, in particular Romania. Analysts continue to study the geostrategic significance of Zmiinyi, the possibilities for its protection, and are considering means that will help to prevent a re-occupation by russia.
The prices for old tankers increases due to sanctions against russian federation
We are telling why prices for old tankers are rising, how sanctions against russia have affected shipowners, and what to expect from the tanker market at the end of this year.
Shortage of bread and other fakes about grain in Ukraine
The topic of Ukrainian grain exports, in particular after the unblocking of Ukrainian ports, causes numerous discussions. USM debunks myths and explains why there is plenty of grain and bread in Ukraine.
Black Sea ro-ro shipping. Challenges born opportunities
Informall BG cargo analytical bureau studied Black Sea ro-ro & ro-pax market identifying the influence of the Russian invasion of Ukraine on the regional transport industry.
New transshipment complex in Pivdennyi. An investment near miss?
USPA has announced the construction of a new complex for transshipment of oil and grain in the port of Pivdennyi. USM is investigating the reasonability of the project.
