Archive · 28 Jul 2026
Russian Black Sea terminals restrict grain intake by truck
Russia has restricted grain deliveries by truck to three major Black Sea terminals due to increased risks from drone attacks.
These terminals, which can ship over 20 million tons of grain annually, are now focusing on rail deliveries from southern regions.
The port of Kavkaz has been closed, and night shipping in Novorossiysk is banned.
Russia is looking to diversify its grain export routes, with Baltic ports seen as a safer alternative.
Three major Russian Black Sea terminals have restricted grain deliveries by truck due to increased shipping risks.
The terminals in Novorossiysk and Taman can ship over 20 million tons of grain annually.
Rail deliveries are now prioritized from southern Russian regions.
The port of Kavkaz has been closed, and night shipping in Novorossiysk is banned.
Russia is exploring Baltic ports and the Caspian Sea as alternative export routes.
- Who
- Russian authorities, grain industry sources
- What
- Restrictions on grain intake by truck at major Black Sea terminals
- When
- July 2024
- Where
- Black Sea terminals in Novorossiysk and Taman
- Why
- Increased shipping risks due to drone attacks and restrictions in the Sea of Azov
Russian Authorities
Grain Industry Sources
Shipping Risks
Russian Authorities
Authorities have imposed restrictions to mitigate risks from drone attacks and ensure safety.
Grain Industry Sources
Industry sources highlight increased risks and reluctance among operators to take bold actions.
- Terminals Restricted
- NZT, KSK in Novorossiysk, ZTKT in Taman
- Annual Grain Shipping Capacity
- Over 20 million tons
- Total Russian Seaborne Grain Exports
- Around 50 million tons annually
- Major Grain Customers
- Egypt, Turkey
- Port of Kavkaz Status
- Closed since July 10 due to shipping restrictions
- Night Ban in Novorossiysk
- In effect due to drone attacks
- Alternative Routes
- Baltic ports, Caspian Sea