In May 2019, cargo throughput via the Russian Arctic sea ports increased by 24.5% year-on-year. Export was up 27.2% and cabotage up 22.7%. Import cargo was non-existent.
52.2% of the total cargo traffic was crude oil, LNG accounted for 17.6% and coal and coke for 17.1%
Murmansk
In May 2019 Murmansk handled 1.3% more cargo than in May 2018. Export declined by 2.5%, while cabotage grew by 13.6% year-on-year.
Arkhangelsk
Cargo traffic via Arkhangelsk increased by 2.4% year-on-year. Export was up 1.7% and cabotage up 13.3%.
Sabetta
Cargo traffic via Sabetta surged 2.4-fold in May 2019. Export was up 4-fold, and cabotage up 28.8% year-on-year.