Kernel organizes its first in-house seaborne fuel import from Greece

Kernel has organised its first in-house seaborne fuel import. The company purchased diesel fuel in Greece, delivered it to Ukraine, and is already using it in field operations, said Ihor Stelmashchuk, Deputy Director for Commercial Operations of the Agribusiness division at Kernel.

“First in-house seaborne fuel import — done. We purchased Greek diesel, delivered it by sea, and are already using it in the fields,” the company stated.

Kernel noted that it managed the entire process on a turnkey basis — from sourcing the fuel to delivering it to Ukraine and arranging further logistics to its agricultural operations.

The launch of in-house imports comes amid volatility in the global oil market. Key factors include escalation in the Middle East, risks of a potential blockage of the Strait of Hormuz, and rising oil prices.

The company emphasised that diversifying fuel supply sources will help ensure stable agribusiness operations and the uninterrupted progress of the sowing campaign.