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Julyana Free Port sees 83% increase in grain shipments in first half of 2026

From Libya Herald · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Julyana Free Port received 587,645 tons of grain in the first half of 2026, an 83% increase from the previous year.
  • The volume was transported by 24 vessels, compared to 17 vessels carrying over 321,000 tons in the same period of 2025.
  • The port noted an 41% increase in vessel traffic, reinforcing its role in supplying essential goods and supporting maritime trade.

Julyana Free Port has reported a significant surge in grain shipments during the first half of 2026, handling 587,645 tons of grain. This volume, delivered by 24 vessels, represents an impressive 83 percent increase compared to the same period in 2025, when over 321,000 tons arrived via 17 vessels.

The substantial rise in grain traffic is further underscored by a 41 percent increase in the number of vessels received at the port. This heightened activity signals a growing expansion in the supply of essential food commodities through Julyana Free Port.

The shipments comprised a variety of grains, including wheat, barley, corn, and soybeans. The port authorities highlighted that the peak activity for both vessels and cargo occurred in March and April. These indicators, according to the freeport, reinforce its crucial role in supplying the local market with essential goods and bolstering the handling operations and services integral to maritime trade.

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Originally published by Libya Herald in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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