Logistics Summary as of July 6, 2026

1. Direct Rail. Rate Movements. Exit Situation. Border Crossing Situation. Transit Times.

For direct rail shipments to Minsk, rates continue to increase both via Kazakhstan and Zabaikalsk. The increase via Kazakhstan is slight – about USD 50, while via Zabaikalsk the increase is approximately USD 300.

Rate increases continue for shipments in the first half of July. Availability, rates, and exits are still constantly changing, so it is recommended to plan shipments in advance.

Transhipment times remain unchanged: via Kazakhstan – approximately 7-15 days, via Zabaikalsk – approximately 7-20 days.

2. Delivery via the Far East. Rate movement. Departures from ports. Railroad placement. Transit times. Nuances.

For delivery via the Far East, rates for 20" containers remain unchanged, for 40" containers – Container prices have increased by approximately USD 600.

The seasonal peak continues on this route: large volumes of cargo have accumulated in ports, vessel departures are being delayed, and bookings are being transferred to other routes. The redistribution of shipments from direct rail to the Far East is creating additional pressure due to rising rail rates. The nearest available departures are already being booked for early and mid-July.

Most ports are again experiencing equipment shortages, especially for 40-inch containers.

Rail freight rates have not increased. The average waiting time for a shipment by rail is approximately 14 days from the moment transit is approved.

During shipments through Nakhodka, cases of breakdowns and defects in transport company containers due to their poor condition have become more frequent. This can lead to the need for repairs and additional expenses at the port or station. We recommend that you draw your shippers' attention to the quality of containers when delivering on a FOB basis.

3. Delivery via the Baltics. Rate movements. Departure status. Transit times. Rail pickup from Klaipeda. Road pickup from Klaipeda.

Rate changes. Departure status. Transit times. Rail shipments from Klaipeda. Truck shipments from Klaipeda. Sea freight rates for shipments from China via the Baltics have increased significantly for both 20' and 40' containers. The increase for 20' containers is approximately USD 950, while for 40' containers, it is approximately USD 1,850. These rates are valid for the first half of July. Transit times remain high and can reach 60+ days.

Available space continues to fill up quickly, so it is recommended to plan shipments via the Baltics in advance.

Rail freight shipments from Klaipėda to Šabany are operating normally. Feeder vessels generally arrive with a 7-14 day delay. There is no acute shortage of rental flatcars, but general fleet flatcars must be booked in advance. Waiting times can range from 2-4 days to approximately 7 days, depending on the fleet type.

Road freight shipments from Klaipėda are also operating reliably. Feeder vessels often arrive with a delay, and crane handling is performed on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Vehicles can be loaded on the day of unloading or the following day; there is no shortage of vehicles.

4. Delivery via Novorossiysk. Rate movement. Departure situation. Transit times. Nuances.

Rates are changing. Departure status. Transit times. Nuances.
For shipping from China via Novorossiysk, sea freight rates continue to increase. For 20-foot containers, the increase is approximately USD 100, and for 40-foot containers, approximately USD 200. Transit times remain approximately 50-60 days.

Vessel departures are shifting on this route. Due to high demand, space on vessels is quickly filling up, with the nearest available space on the direct XHL service being offered as early as mid-August.

Container shipments to Minsk are seeing a slight increase in rates. However, transit cargo remains under control, including weighing, inspection, and screening. Frequent drone-related restrictions continue to impact the speed of repacking and processing of transit declarations.

Removal by curtain-sided transport via repacking is ongoing. Processing times remain affected by transit cargo controls and UAV restrictions.

5. Delivery via St. Petersburg. Rate movements. Departure situation. Transit times. Nuances.

For delivery via St. Petersburg, sea freight rates continue to increase. For 20' and 40' containers, the increase is approximately USD 50. Transit times remain approximately 50-55 days.

Due to high demand, space on ships continues to fill up quickly, so it is recommended to plan shipments via St. Petersburg in advance.

Container removal to Minsk is ongoing. Vehicle searches take approximately 1-2 days, transit processing takes 1-2 days from the date of loading onto the vehicle, the transit time is approximately 1-2 days, and the return of an empty container takes approximately 1-3 days.

Removal by curtain-sided transport is also ongoing. Repacking and clearance require approximately 3-5 days, with transit time being approximately 1-2 days. It is recommended to begin preparing the shipment at least 3 days in advance.

At the same time, recent repackings have seen an increase in rates for curtain-sided transport: compared to May, carriers are asking approximately 5-10 thousand rubles more.

6. Auto Freight Delivery. News. Nuances. The situation with the removal of consolidated cargo to temporary storage warehouses.

The situation with the removal of consolidated cargo to temporary storage warehouses.
Rates for consolidated cargo delivery from China have increased slightly.

FTL rates from China have increased slightly.

Freight from the Manzhouli/Zabaikalsk border is also showing an increase. Rates for routes via Alashankou and Dostyk continue to increase amid growing cargo volumes and a reduction in available vehicles.

Transit times through Manzhouli are up to 25 calendar days, and through Alashankou, up to 20 calendar days.

Additionally, difficulties with bookings at the Zabaikalsk/Manzhouli border crossings for entry into China persist. Inspections are ongoing at Alashankou, which may also impact delivery times.

FTL queues from Europe are still present at exiting Poland. The estimated wait time is approximately two days.