Demand for rail grain transportation is growing in Ukraine before the start of the new season

Published May 12, 2025

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Grain demand for rail transportation has risen, prompting a increase in tariffs for rail transportation. The tariff increase, which varies from 1 to 4 US dollars per ton, is due to the activation of shippers, the stabilization of the market, and the preparation for the new export season. The main factors contributing to the increased demand are the increase in load on key logistics hubs and the increased demand for transportation in certain directions.

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Over the past week, there has been an increase in demand for rail transportation of grain, which is due to the activation of shippers against the background of the stabilization of the market situation and preparation for the new export season. This is reported by analysts at Spike Brokers, writes UkrAgroConsult. Against this background, an increase in tariffs for rail transportation is recorded. Depending on the direction of transportation, the cost has increased by 1–4 US dollars per ton. The main factors of growth are the increase in the load on key logistics hubs and increased demand for transportation in certain directions, which leads to an uneven distribution of capacities. The ...

Source: Agravery