Some 100 million tonnes of grain transported via Ukrainian maritime corridor, says Oleksii Kuleba

The Ukrainian maritime corridor continues to operate steadily, and ensures the export of products even under constant shelling. Since its inception in September 2023, 168.9 million tonnes of cargo have been transported through the corridor, of which 100 million tonnes is grain.

For the fourth year in a row, russia has been methodically attacking Ukraine's civilian and critical infrastructure — ports, logistics and energy facilities — in an attempt to destabilise exports and deliberately undermine global food security. Recently, russia has significantly increased the number of attacks on ships and ports. The period from 2 December 2025 till 12 January 2026 (40 days) alone accounts for 10% of all infrastructure damage since 2022.

However, despite constant shelling and threats, the Ukrainian logistics system continues to operate. More than 40% of cargo transported through the Ukrainian maritime corridor was processed in 2025, despite attacks and threats.

"Behind every number in these statistics are people — port workers, logisticians, sailors, dispatchers, engineers, repair crews. They work in extremely difficult and dangerous conditions, but every day they ensure the passage of ships and the fulfilment of export contracts. It is thanks to their work that Ukraine remains part of the global food system and fulfils its responsibilities to dozens of countries," said Deputy Prime Minister for the Restoration of Ukraine — Minister for Communities and Territories Development, Oleksii Kuleba.

Despite constant shelling and threats from the terrorist state, Ukraine is not isolated. The logistics system is working, ports are functioning, and decisions are being made based on the actual security situation. The Ukrainian maritime corridor remains a reliable export route, continues to supply Ukrainian products to world markets, and ensures global food security.