In the first half of 2026, Ukrainian seaports handled 42.4 million tonnes of cargo despite Russian attacks, which intensified in July.
The data was provided by the Ukrainian Sea Ports Authority.
During the first six months of 2026, Ukrainian seaports handled 42.4 million tonnes of cargo, exceeding last year’s figures.
Agricultural products accounted for the largest share of cargo flows, reaching 23.6 million tonnes. This volume increased by 20% compared with the first half of 2025.
“This result was achieved thanks to the joint efforts of port workers, farmers, carriers, sailors, all participants in the logistics process, and the Ukrainian military, which ensures the safety of navigation every day,” the statement said.
At the same time, Russia continues its systematic attacks on civilian port infrastructure. Since the beginning of the full-scale invasion, 1,002 port infrastructure facilities have been damaged or partially destroyed, 221 civilian vessels have been damaged, and 283 civilians have been injured, according to the Ukrainian Sea Ports Authority.
The attacks became particularly intense in July. During the first two weeks of the month alone, Russia carried out 23 strikes on Ukrainian ports and 17 attacks on civilian vessels. As a result of these attacks, 11 people were killed and seven others were injured, the authority reported.
Among the victims were port workers, employees of companies connected with the maritime sector, as well as foreign citizens who were crew members of civilian vessels.
“Behind every successful voyage and every exported tonne is an extremely high price. Russia deliberately attacks civilian infrastructure, peaceful workers, and vessel crews, grossly violating international law and the principle of freedom of navigation,” said Mykola Kravchuk, head of the Ukrainian Sea Ports Authority.
Earlier reports noted that the intensification of Russian attacks on vessels forced some shipowners to avoid calling at Ukrainian ports. They are reviewing charter agreements or cancelling bookings.
The Association of Farmers and Landowners of Ukraine said that the country has lost about one-third of its grain export capacity through key Black Sea ports due to the escalation of Russian attacks.
