Economy

Amendments to export duties on soybeans and rapeseed are planned to be finalized
The Verkhovna Rada may return to review the decision on the “oil amendments” if they are finalized.

The Verkhovna Rada did not support the “oil amendments” regarding the export of soybeans and rapeseed
The Parliament did not support Amendment No. 40 to the draft law No. 13134, which aimed to introduce 10% export duties on soybeans and rapeseed.

The Black Sea freight market froze in anticipation of the new season
Despite the fact that rates remain at a stable level, market participants are hoping for a revival with the start of the new harvest season.

USPA will purchase a new vessel for Danube Ports
The Ukrainian Sea Ports Authority (USPA) has announced the purchase of a multifunctional vessel for ports on the Danube River.

Port of Chornomorsk seeks salvation from railway tariffs in private traction
The introduction of private locomotive traction to the port of Chornomorsk may be a response to tariff inequality among Ukrainian ports.

Some container lines have stopped calling at Ukrainian ports due to shelling
Global container lines that resumed operations in Ukrainian ports last year have suspended operations after the next round of shelling.

USPA begins repairs to berths at Reni port
The repair of four berths, which will cost over UAH 12 million, is planned to be completed by the end of the year.

Ukraine almost lost Medvedchuk’s yacht due to inaction of the Prosecutor General’s Office, — People’s Deputy
The Prosecutor General’s Office tried to sabotage the arrest of Viktor Medvedchuk’s Royal Romance yacht.

ARMA initiates sea ban for nine arrested vessels
The Asset Tracking and Management Agency initiates the renewal of the sea ban for nine arrested vessels.

UGA warned about the consequences of introducing export duties on soybeans and rapeseed
The Ukrainian Grain Association calls on the parliament to reject the “oil amendments” — export restrictions on soybeans and rapeseed.