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Ukraine’s agricultural exports decreased by over 40% in August, — UCAB
In August, the volume of exports of the main groups of agricultural products from Ukraine amounted to about 2.15 million tons – this is 41.5% less than in July (3.67 million tons).
The Romanian Foreign Ministry said that it supports the transit of Ukrainian grain
Romania supports the increase in the transit of Ukrainian grain through the Romanian port of Constanta to the countries of the Middle East and Africa.
USPA joined the seminar on marine environment protection and pollution response
The event brought together representatives of Ukrainian maritime, environmental, emergency and rescue services and law enforcement agencies.
Kernel sells low-carbon sunflower oil with an additional premium for the first time
Kernel has signed the world’s first agreement to sell sunflower oil with a reduced carbon footprint and a proven climate effect.Kernel has signed the world’s first agreement to sell sunflower oil with a reduced carbon footprint and a proven climate effect.
Turkish carrier Akkon completely stops flights to Russian ports
Turkish container operator Akkon has abandoned calls to Russian ports due to increased risks for ships, crews and cargo.
Russia Almost Doubled Shadow Fleet of Gas Carriers in a Year — Bloomberg
At least 20 tankers are currently serving the Arctic LNG 2 complex, up from 11 at the end of December.
Freight from the Ukrainian Danube to Egypt increased by $27/t in 10 days
As of August 31, grain transportation to Egypt from Ukrainian Danube ports cost $90–95/t — $60–65/t more than from Romanian Constanta.
Ukraine to the UN: Russia attacked over 50 ships in the Black Sea over the summer
In the summer of 2026 alone, Russia attacked more than 50 civilian vessels, killing almost 30 people.
Pletenchuk: Russia is redeploying ships to the Mediterranean Sea, bypassing Europe
The Russian Federation is sending ships to the Mediterranean Sea, bypassing Europe, probably preparing for calls to ports in Africa or Syria.
Ukraine plans to extend the “transport visa-free” agreement with the EU
By the end of the year, Ukraine should extend the agreement with the EU on the liberalization of freight transportation (“transport visa-free regime”) for the next term.