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MIU proposes new rules for small vessels berthing bases
The Ministry of Infrastructure has developed a draft order that approves the rules for the safe use of bases for anchorage of small vessels.

USPA assesses its own corruption risks
The Ukrainian Sea Pots Authority has begun assessing corruption risks in its activities.

The old scheme of traffic to the ports of Big Odesa will be abolished
SI “State Hydrography” proposed changes to the traffic distribution system (TDS) in the ports of Big Odesa.

Ukrainian Navy acquired a naval platform for missile testing
The Naval Forces of Ukraine now have a naval platform for testing anti-ship missiles.

Maritime Administration will cost taxpayers four times more
To finance the State Service of Maritime and River Transport (Maritime Administration), the state budget for 2022 provides four times more funds than in 2021.

MIU introduces new dredging rules
The Ministry of Infrastructure has published a draft of a new order – it approves the methodology for calculating the volume of soil removed during dredging.

Ukrainian “dry” port technology is used in Egypt
A new inland grain port in Egypt is being built jointly with Ukrainian companies and using Ukrainian technologies.

MIU budget was doubled – to almost UAH 18 billion
Next year, the Ministry of Infrastructure will receive almost UAH 18 billion (USD 658.8 million) from the state.

MIU wants to change the procedure for registering shipping lines
The Ministry of Infrastructure has published a draft order on amendments to the Instruction on the registration of foreign navigation lines.

Maritime Administration is ready to fine law violators of IWT
The Maritime Administration will fine violators of the Inland Water Transport Law. USM has calculated potential fines.