In January-February 2009, Vostochny Port OJSC handled 2.046 million tonnes of cargo (-17%, year-on-year) including 863,200 tonnes handled in February (-26%), the company reports. In the 2-month period Universal Handling Terminal handled 306,000 tonnes of cargo (+13%) including 130,400 tonnes handled in February (-2%). Specialized Coal Complex decreased cargo transshipment by 20% to 1.740 million tonnes in Jan-Feb 09 including 732,800 tonnes of coal handled in February (-29%).
Vostochny Port Joint Stock Company - is the largest stevedore company in the Far East of Russia. Its main specialization is coal handling using conveyer equipment. Vostochny Port OJSC comprises Specialized Coal Complex and Universal Handling Terminal specializing in transshipment of general and bulk cargo (clinker, coal, coke, iron-ore concentrate, timber etc.). It also handles metal, cellulose, chemicals, long-size and heavy cargo. In 2008, Vostochny Port handled 14.998.4 million tonnes of cargo.