Makhachkala Port Sets Historical Record for Grain Transshipment

MAKHACHKALA, May 4 – RIA "Dagestan." Makhachkala Port achieved a record monthly grain transshipment of 58,700 tons in April 2026. Total cargo turnover for January–April reached 1.37 million tons, a 149.4% year-on-year increase.

Liquid cargo grew 149.8% to 1.03 million tons; dry cargo rose 148.4% to 337,500 tons. Grain transshipment surged fivefold to 161,800 tons (515.3% growth). Cement shipments declined slightly to 160,100 tons (94.8% of the 2025 level).