Freight rates for grain transportation are decreasing for river ports on the Danube and deep-water ports in Odessa, while the cost of Panamax transportation is increasing, according to Atria Brokers. Rates for corn transportation by coasters from Reni and Izmail ports have decreased, with rates for barge transportation to Constanta falling by €4/t and sunflower transportation falling by €1-2/t. However, rates for corn transportation by Panamax from Great Odesa to China have increased due to a shortage of Panamax fleets and increased competition in the freight market.