Despite the challenging conditions related to the full-scale war, infrastructure damage, and other difficulties, Ukrzaliznytsia is demonstrating incredible results in the field of container transportation. In the first five months of 2024, the company transported 116,139 TEU (twenty-foot equivalent units), marking the highest performance in the last seven years, according to Railfreight.com.
Comparison with Previous Years
This result is 60% higher than last year’s figures and even surpasses the record volumes of 2021. The average monthly volume of container transportation in 2024 was approximately 10% higher than during the significant growth period of intermodal transportation in 2021.
Main Types of Cargo
According to the company, the largest share of container cargo is grain (39%). This is followed by ferrous metals (15%), oilcake (7%), oil (6%), synthetic resin (4%), sugar (3%), and chemicals (2%).
Transportation Structure
The distribution of transportation by direction shows the dominance of exports, which account for 61% of all container transportation. Imports constitute 25%, and domestic deliveries make up 14%.
Impact of the War and Future Prospects
Before the war, 16% of railway transportation in Ukraine was carried out in transit between its eastern and western neighbors, but this figure is no longer relevant. Despite this, Ukrainian railway workers continue to demonstrate resilience and adaptability to new challenges, allowing them to maintain a high level of container transportation.
How Daleth Group Supports Clients
Daleth Group provides a full range of services for organizing container transportation, including the preparation of import, export, or transit declarations. This ensures a complete supply chain and significantly simplifies the process for clients. Daleth Group offers optimal solutions that help reduce the complexity of logistics operations and increase their efficiency.
Conclusion
Ukrzaliznytsia not only maintains its position in the container transportation market but also reaches new heights despite the challenging conditions of the war. This success is a testament to the professionalism and dedication of Ukrainian railway workers and is a crucial factor in supporting the country’s economy during these difficult times.