Grain carriers will also be able to use the Costești-Stânca border crossing point, under an agreement between the Republic of Moldova and Romania announced on November 2, 2026, by the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Industry. The measures concern the transport and transit of grain at the Moldovan-Romanian border, including grain originating in Ukraine.
What have the authorities agreed?
The Republic of Moldova and Romania have agreed to allow grain transit through the Costești-Stânca border crossing point as well. The agreement concerns an additional route for shipments crossing the Moldovan-Romanian border, not just support for movement through the other existing crossing points.
The solutions were discussed by representatives of the National Food Safety Agency (ANSA) and Romania’s National Sanitary Veterinary and Food Safety Authority (ANSVSA). The Romanian side confirmed its willingness to help facilitate these shipments.
What does the measure mean for businesses?
According to the ministry, using the Costești-Stânca border crossing point is expected to give grain-trading operators more transport options. The institution estimates that the measure will ease pressure on border crossing points and improve logistical conditions.
The ministry’s announcement presents the agreement on transit but does not specify an implementation date or procedures for carriers. Therefore, the published information does not establish when businesses will actually be able to use this route for grain shipments.
Sources
- Ministerul Agriculturii și Industriei Alimentare — Tranzitul cerealelor prin frontiera moldo-română va fi facilitat, inclusiv prin punctul de trecere Costești-Stânca
Written with AI assistance from the official sources above and checked by the editors.
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