Ukrainian Railways significantly boosted iron ore transportation in July, with volumes surging 65% year-on-year to reach 3.6 million tons. Overall cargo shipments increased 12% compared to the same period in 2023. However, the railway operator reported a financial loss for July, the first since the start of the year, despite operational efficiency improvements. Rising energy costs and currency fluctuations offset savings in other areas, impacting the company's bottom line. While grain transportation declined by 19%, exports of iron and manganese ore saw a substantial increase of 93% compared to the previous year.