Ukraine, Moldova consider shipping grain by rail through Moldova: Report
Freight rates are rising as lighter Danube loads and port disruptions cut backup capacity for Ukrainian grain, traders said.
- On Monday, Ukraine requested a 50% freight tariff discount from Moldova to export grain by rail, seeking a secure alternative to sea routes threatened by intensifying Russian attacks on port infrastructure.
- Ukrainian Agriculture Minister Taras Vysotskyi lowered the 2026–27 grain export forecast to 38 million–40 million metric tons from 43 million, reflecting damage from Russian strikes on Odesa and other port hubs that handle more than 90% of exports.
- Former head of Moldovan Railways Oleg Tofilat told Reuters the proposed transit corridor could carry 4.5 million metric tons annually, though Ukrainian estimates suggest it provides only 10% of the country's total export capacity.
- Moldovan Prime Minister Vasile Tofan dismissed domestic concerns that Ukrainian grain would undercut local produce, telling television viewers, "Let's not look for enemies in places where there are none."
- Low Danube water levels restrict Romanian exports as volumes compete for limited trucks and barges, compounding logistical strain as Ukraine reroutes grain shipments following the loss of roughly a third of its Black Sea port capacity.
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Due to Russian attacks on port and logistics infrastructure, Ukraine is forced to seek alternative routes for the export of agro-food.
Ukraine takes into account the transport of cereals by rail from the Republic of Moldova to the Constance Port of Romania. Kiev requested Chisinau to reduce the tariff by 50% for this transit.
Ukraine, Moldova consider shipping grain by rail through Moldova, sources say
KYIV/CHISINAU, Aug 10 - Ukraine is considering shipping grain by rail through Moldova as a more secure export option than by sea and has asked authorities in Chisinau for a low freight tariff, sources in both countries said on Monday. Read more at straitstimes.com.
EXCLUSIVE: Ukraine, Moldova consider shipping grain by rail through Moldova, sources say
Ukraine is considering shipping grain by rail through Moldova as a more secure export option than by sea and has asked authorities in Chisinau for a low freight tariff, sources in both countries said on Monday.
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