Economy
Freight rates for grain exports from Ukraine have increased
Shipowners managed to slightly increase freight rates for vessels exporting Ukrainian grain.
Kernel plants have been idle since the beginning of the year due to a shortage of sunflower seeds
In January-February 2025, four plants of the agricultural holding Kernel were idle or significantly underutilized.
Kernel capitalization increased by more than 3%
However, the share prices of Ukrainian agroholdings on stock exchanges began to decline after a long growth.
Estonia continues cooperation with Ukraine on the restoration of the maritime industry
Estonia and Ukraine continue to coordinate efforts to restore maritime infrastructure.
Low freight rates force shipowners to subsidize trade
Freight rates for grain transportation from the Black Sea region have already fallen below operating costs.
Turkey increases imports of Ukrainian corn ahead of new quota
Turkish importers are actively buying up Ukrainian corn, trying to catch up with the possible introduction of a new import quota with reduced duties.
USPA will purchase an ice-class tugboat as part of an international project
SE “USPA” announced the first procurement within the framework of the international project RELINC.
Ukrzaliznytsia will repair ferries for operation on the Trans-Caspian route
JSC Ukrzaliznytsia plans to repair the ferries “Heroes of Plevna” and “Heroes of Shipka” in the near future.
Algeria purchased up to 170 thousand tons of Black Sea wheat
Algeria’s state grain agency bought a large batch of wheat in a tender held on February 25.
Transportation of grain by rail to ports has become cheaper
Prices for grain transportation within the country have fallen due to reduced demand and reduced border clearance.
