Latest figures show Solidarity Lanes have allowed 187 million tonnes of exports from Ukraine
The EU-Ukraine Solidarity Lanes have allowed Ukraine to export around 187 million tonnes of goods since their launch in May 2022 and to import 78 million tonnes for an estimated total trade value of €219 billion, the European Commission said in its latest figures released on 24 June.
In the face of Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine, the EU, together with Ukraine and Moldova launched the Solidarity Lanes in May 2022, establishing new transport routes to keep Ukraine’s imports and exports flowing via rail, road and inland waterways. Today, the EU-Ukraine Solidarity Lanes have become a lifeline for Ukraine’s economy.
In May 2025, Solidarity Lanes transported:
- Around 80% of Ukrainian imports (in comparison to around 20% through the Black Sea)
- Around 60% of Ukrainian exports of non-agricultural products (in comparison to around 40% through the Black Sea)
- Around 20% of Ukrainian exports of grain, oilseeds and related products (in comparison to around 80% through the Black Sea)
Ukrainian exports
Since May 2022, the Solidarity Lanes have allowed Ukraine to export around 187 million tonnes (Mt) of goods, according to data from the Ukrainian customs registers. Within this amount, it can be estimated that the Solidarity Lanes enabled exports of around 93 million tonnes of Ukrainian agricultural products (including approximately 86 million tonnes of grain, oilseeds and related products) and around 94 million tonnes of non-agricultural goods including ores, steel and related products.
In total, around 197 Mt of Ukrainian grain, oilseeds and related products have been exported through the Solidarity Lanes (40%) and the Ukrainian Black Sea ports (60%) since May 2022.
Imports to Ukraine
The Solidarity Lanes also play a crucial role for Ukrainian imports. Since May 2022, they have allowed Ukraine to import ca. 78 Mt of goods, such as fuel, vehicles, fertilisers as well as military and humanitarian assistance.
Value of trade
The total value of trade via the Solidarity Lanes since May 2022 is estimated at around €219 billion, with around €63 billion for Ukrainian exports. The total value of imports to Ukraine is estimated at around €156 billion.
The Solidarity Lanes’ work is carried out in close cooperation between the European Commission, concerned authorities and the transport community. The focus is on addressing bottlenecks to enhance the capacity and smooth functioning of the Solidarity Lanes to sustain Ukrainian exports and imports across sectors. This includes measures to improve traffic management and streamlining of border procedures and checks, as well as investments in infrastructure or logistics equipment.
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