Russia opens the Kerch Strait for grain exports after years. For the first time since July 10, Russian authorities have given permission for ships carrying grain to leave Azov Basin ports for export. This information is provided by Reuters, citing seven industry sources. According to the publication, two ships have already received permission to pass, and the port administration has begun the procedure to release the ships that remain ready for sailing. Passes through the Kerch Strait will be issued at least until November 15. In addition, two sources stated that merchant ships will likely sail under the protection of warships of the Russian Navy. We will remind you that navigation in this area was restricted after a series of attacks by Ukrainian UAVs on Russian ships in the Sea of ​​Azov. As a result, the exporters had to look for ways around the problem and divert some of their cargoes through Baltic ports. Why it's important: The opening of this corridor will help partially restore the traditional logistics chain for Russian grain exports. However, the stability of this route in the future will depend directly on the level of security in the waters of the Black and Azov Seas.

Russia opens the Kerch Strait for grain exports after years. For the first time since July 10, Russian authorities have given permission for ships carrying grain to leave Azov Basin ports for export. This information is provided by Reuters, citing seven industry sources. According to the publication, two ships have already received permission to pass, and the port administration has begun the procedure to release the ships that remain ready for sailing. Passes through the Kerch Strait will be issued at least until November 15. In addition, two sources stated that merchant ships will likely sail under the protection of warships of the Russian Navy. We will remind you that navigation in this area was restricted after a series of attacks by Ukrainian UAVs on Russian ships in the Sea of ​​Azov. As a result, the exporters had to look for ways around the problem and divert some of their cargoes through Baltic ports. Why it's important: The opening of this corridor will help partially restore the traditional logistics chain for Russian grain exports. However, the stability of this route in the future will depend directly on the level of security in the waters of the Black and Azov Seas.