We have received news that the container ship MAREN has run aground on the Turkish coast in the Black Sea, west of Sinop. According to reports, the incident occurred at around 2320-2330 UTC on April 1, 2023, while the ship was en route from Piraeus to Poti, Georgia.

Transporting coffee beans by truck from European countries is a common and cost-effective way to move coffee from producer to market. The use of trucks allows for the flexible and efficient transportation of coffee beans, as they can be loaded and unloaded quickly and can reach a wide range of destinations. Additionally, the use of trucks ensures that coffee beans are transported in a safe and secure manner, as they can be loaded into climate-controlled containers to preserve the quality and freshness of the coffee. Overall, truck transportation plays a key role in the distribution and delivery of coffee beans from European countries to their final destinations.

The Port of Poti is a major hub for ocean transportation in the region, providing access to the Caucasus and Central Asia. The port of Poti handles various types of cargo, including containers, dry bulk goods, and liquid bulk. The port has recently undergone modernisation and expansion to increase its capacity and competitiveness in the region. It is connected to the national road and railway network for easy access to the hinterland.