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Freight rates for grain from Ukrainian Danube ports to Egypt rose $19 per tonne in a week, reaching $65-67 per tonne. The increase is driven by Egypt's demand for coaster-vessel grain shipments and limited handysize availability.
Early signs of stabilization appeared as charterers began offering lower rates.
Higher short-sea freight raises the landed cost of Ukrainian maize and wheat into Egypt, supporting prices in that route. Signs of rate easing suggest the upward pressure may be limited.
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