The increase in the UZ tariff for freight transportation will destroy Ukrainian roads – FRTU

A 37% increase in Ukrzaliznytsia tariffs under martial law is a step in the wrong direction. The state should support the economy, maintain the roads and encourage businesses to stay on the railways. Otherwise, we risk losing the infrastructure, as well as citizens' trust in government decisions.

This was stated by the Chairman of the Federation of Transport Employers of Ukraine, the First Minister of Transport of Ukraine, Orest Klympush.

“Ukraine is in a difficult period, when every action of state-owned enterprises must take into account economic reality, the interests of business and society. In such conditions, the decision of “Ukrzaliznytsia” to increase freight tariffs looks not only unfounded, but also dangerous for the entire transport system of the country. The consequences of this step will go far beyond the railway industry, affecting the entire economy, road…