AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoMiddle Corridor Logistics: Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan and Georgia are pushing a unified long-term tariff model for the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route, with plans to boost Caspian shipping capacity, dredge with Azerbaijan and upgrade Kuryk port—aimed at raising containerized cargo volumes. Poti Port Expansion: A new berth is being built at Poti’s New Sea Port, backed by a second US$25m DFC loan to PACE Group, to expand bulk cargo handling by another 1m tonnes. Maritime Skills & Industry: Batumi marked International Day of Sailors with awards at Batumi International Container Terminal, highlighting maritime education and the role of Georgian crews in transport. SME Export Push: EU and UNDP support helped 306 Georgian SMEs (73% women-led) improve export readiness, creating 960 jobs and getting 25 firms into EU markets for the first time. Energy & Trade Pressure: Russia extended its sulfur export ban to Dec 31, 2026, while allowing shipments to EAEU partners and Georgia’s breakaway regions—an issue for fertilizer supply chains. Local Business Spotlight: Vazisubani Estate in Kakheti is being promoted internationally as Georgia’s wine tourism and quality benchmark.
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