Tehran, September 30, 2024 (MRUD NEWS)—In the first half of the Iranian year 1403, Iranian ports witnessed the unloading of 10.6 million tons of essential goods, reflecting a 10% increase compared to the same period last year, according to official data. This surge includes key commodities such as wheat, barley, corn, soybeans, rice, sugar, and oil, each showing varying levels of growth.

Growth in Essential Commodities

During the first six months of 1403, a total of 10,631,476 tons of essential goods were unloaded across the country's ports. Among these, barley and corn each registered a 5% increase, while soybeans experienced an impressive 96% rise. The unloading of sugar doubled with a 100% growth, while oil saw a 7% increase compared to the previous year.

Details of Commodity Unloading

The ports handled 530,721 tons of wheat, 1,176,452 tons of barley, and 4,173,984 tons of corn during this period. In addition, soybean unloading reached 3,496,921 tons, a 96% rise from the previous year. The volume of rice unloaded stood at 65,672 tons.

Meanwhile, sugar showed the most remarkable growth, with a total of 561,812 tons unloaded, reflecting a 100% increase over the same period last year. Oil unloading also increased to 625,914 tons, marking a 7% rise.

Logistics and Transportation Efforts

To facilitate the transport of these essential goods, 419,131 trucks and 12,514 wagons were deployed during the first six months of 1403. Among them, 53,486 trucks were involved in direct transit operations, ensuring the efficient distribution of these commodities across the country.

This substantial increase in the handling and distribution of essential goods signifies Iran’s growing capacity to manage its import and distribution infrastructure, supporting the country's food security and economic stability in the process.