Translated with AI from the Russian original.

The volume of container transportation increased by 8.8% from January to July of this year. This includes imports, exports, and transit. In total, 4 million 558 thousand loaded and empty TEU containers were transported via the Russian Railways network. This was reported by the company's press service.

A significant increase was noted in the shipment of fertilizers (increased by 1.9 times), processed products (by 2.6 times), and construction cargo (+34.2%).

The largest volumes were recorded in container transportation of:

  • Forest cargo - 346.4 thousand TEU.
  •  Soda and chemicals - 472.9 thousand TEU.
  • Mineral and chemical fertilizers - 286 thousand TEU.
  • Cars and components - 279.5 thousand TEU.
  • Metal products - 255 thousand TEU.
  • Industrial goods - 243.6 thousand TEU .

In July of this year, 666.9 thousand TEU were transported in all types of traffic, which is 7.9% more compared to the same period in 2023.

Earlier,www1.ru reported that Russian Railways is considering the creation of its own shipping companies.

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