As part of the independent audit, our operational procedures, risk management practices, control mechanisms, and customer feedback processes were thoroughly assessed.

Successfully passing the audit is official recognition that every GOL process—from the initial inquiry to final delivery—is transparent, efficient, and optimized in accordance with international best practices. In addition, GDP certification opens new opportunities for us in pharmaceutical logistics, ensuring the highest standards of safety and strict quality control throughout the transportation of pharmaceutical products.

We would like to thank our clients for their trust, which inspires us to improve every day, and our team for their professionalism, dedication, and commitment to our shared success.

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The main challenge lay in the specifics of the cargo itself, as the presence of refrigerant required strict adherence to aviation safety rules, special declaration, and thorough document verification.
The cargo was transported from Lviv to Warsaw Airport, then shipped to the USA, where the transit time was only 2 days. Upon arrival in the USA, we ensured final door-to-door delivery to the buyer in San Diego.

Thanks to coordinated work and experience with specific cargo, the entire journey from the Ukrainian warehouse to the American client was optimized and executed in the shortest possible time

Hero of logistics: Roman Betsa
: rbetsa@gol.ua

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Under these circumstances, Ukraine is forced to utilize European ports for its exports, including Gdansk/Gdynia, Constanta, Koper, Rijeka, Hamburg, and Trieste.

“Today, every fourth import container enters Ukraine via Poland and returns fully loaded. Therefore, Poland holds a leading position in handling Ukrainian exports, with intermodal transportation making up the bulk of Ukraine-Poland transit,” P. Mirzak emphasized.

According to him, the development of the Polish route is largely driven by the fact that the Ukrainian-Polish border possesses the best infrastructure for containers and a high railway capacity.

Among the advantages of cooperating through the Polish ports of Gdynia and Gdansk, Pavlo noted their capability to accommodate vessels from leading container carriers, provide direct shipping services to the Far East, and ensure the availability of empty containers for transport to Ukraine, among other benefits.

“However, there are also disadvantages. For instance, the port of Gdansk lacks dedicated time slots for intermodal trains. Furthermore, it should be noted that over the past six months, Polish customs have increased the number of border inspections, particularly for food products. The resulting additional costs can range from €250 to €350 per container. Another challenge is the shortage of empty 20-foot containers in Ukraine, which creates a high demand for them to be transported from Poland,” P. Mirzak stated.

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– Route: Germany → Ukraine
– Cargo: oversized agricultural machinery
– Additional work: dismantling and securing the header, preparation of transport documents, escorting the cargo along the entire route

The combine was prepared for safe transportation in accordance with requirements. The header was dismantled and placed separately on the platform, while the machinery itself was securely fastened with specialized straps and chains to prevent shifting during transit.

Such shipments require clear logistics and coordination, which in the end guarantees safe and timely delivery.

Hero of logistics: Yulia Artyukh
: yartyuh@gol.ua

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This is an important confirmation that despite all the challenges, instability, and complex wartime logistics, we are moving in the right direction.

Thank you to everyone who walks this path with us

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As part of the project, the GOL team ensured the prompt receipt of the cargo at a warehouse in Poland and its transloading into 20’DV containers. Precise coordination at every stage of the logistics chain allowed us to maintain a seamless handling process and prepare the batches for shipment right on time.
The final stage was ocean freight, which successfully delivered all 92 containers to their destination in Canada

Heroes of logistics:
Yuliia Artyuh (Sales Manager): yartyuh@gol.ua
Iryna Parkhoniuk (Logistics Manager): iparkhoniuk@gol.ua

Global Ocean Link – your reliable partner and solution architect

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The complex will be oriented toward logistics, distribution, e-commerce, 3PL/4PL services, as well as light manufacturing and packaging. The project’s key advantage is its location near major transport nodes: – 2 km to the Hungarian border; – 2.9 km to the Slovak border; – 2.3 km to the Chop-Lisky terminal, where European and Ukrainian railway gauges meet; – direct access to highways M06 and E50.

The site area is 3.6 hectares, and the total complex area will exceed 13,500 m². The project features a 10-meter-high warehouse, 16 dock doors, freight transport infrastructure, and the possibility of further expansion. Commissioning of the first section is planned for 2026, with the second section launching in 2027. The complex will serve the needs of logistics, distribution, e-commerce, 3PL/4PL services, and light manufacturing and packaging, with a long-term focus on partnership with key players in international supply chains.

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Shipment details:
— Cargo: soft drinks (HS 220210)
— Route: Houston → Gdańsk → Kyiv
— Equipment: 40’HC container
— Weight: 22 tons / 21 pallets

The cargo was delivered to the Port of Gdańsk, where transshipment and preparation for onward delivery to Ukraine were carried out. Thanks to well-coordinated operations at every stage, the client received the goods on time despite all external market challenges.

Hero of logistics: Oleksandr Chornolohov
: achernologov@gol.ua

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For many, this looks like a warning sign: businesses are redirecting their logistics to neighboring countries, and Ukrainian ports are gradually losing volume. But it is important to understand the key point: this is not a matter of betraying Ukrainian logistics or making a final market choice. It is a rational business adaptation to wartime conditions. Today, companies choose routes that allow them to:

• ensure supply stability;
• reduce operational risks;
• achieve delivery predictability;
• minimize the impact of force majeure on supply chains.

And the Polish route, in many cases, delivers exactly that. However, there is another side to this situation that needs far more attention today.

The loss of cargo is not just about ports

When container flows move outside the country, Ukraine loses not only a share of port revenue. We lose:

• the development of our own logistics infrastructure;
• the pace of operational expertise;
• the investment attractiveness of the industry;
• part of the economic added value generated around ports;
• the incentive to develop adjacent services.

Logistics is not a standalone service sector. It is the infrastructure of the economy. The less the national logistics system operates, the harder it becomes to maintain its competitiveness in the future. And this raises the question: could the temporary shift of cargo to Poland become a structural market change? That risk genuinely exists.

During the war, businesses learned to operate through alternative routes. In that time, some international companies have already restructured their logistics models, adapted contracts, and integrated new warehouses, terminals, and transportation solutions. Meanwhile, neighboring countries are actively investing in their own infrastructure.

While Ukraine is forced to restore and maintain its existing system under constant risk, Poland and other regional countries are building new terminals, modernizing ports, and expanding logistics capacity. If Ukrainian logistics does not systematically strengthen its competitive advantage, some cargo flows may remain on external routes even after the war ends.

But this does not mean the situation is critical or irreversible.

The market is already showing signs of a return

Despite all the risks, container shipments through Ukrainian ports grew by approximately 43% in the first quarter of 2026 compared to the first quarter of 2025. For the market, this is a very important signal — businesses are gradually testing a return to traditional Ukrainian routes and adapting to current conditions. And this points to several important things.

First, modern logistics no longer operates on an either/or model. Companies diversify risks and use multiple routes simultaneously.

Second, Ukrainian ports remain competitive in certain directions even now — both in terms of speed and cost.

Third, the market is showing a readiness to return cargo to Ukraine when the level of risk becomes predictable.

And that last point is the most important.

What can realistically accelerate the return of container flows?

The next 1–2 years will be defining for the entire industry. In my view, several areas could have the greatest impact.

1. Predictable security guarantees For international business, what matters is not just security itself, but the predictability of operations. If a company understands that a logistics route functions stably, has clear procedures, and minimizes the risk of supply disruptions — the market is ready to return.

2. Competitive tariff policy Ukrainian ports must not merely resume operations — they must offer the market a genuine economic advantage. Processing speed, service costs, terminal efficiency, and synchronization with rail and road logistics are all critically influencing business decisions today.

3. Concessions and the entry of international operators The discussion around granting a concession on part of the Chornomorsk state enterprise to international players is very telling. Global operators only enter markets where they see long-term potential, making this an important indicator of confidence. A concrete confirmation of this trend was the acquisition of a 49% stake in KTO (Odesa Container Terminal) in 2023–2024, which demonstrated the readiness of global capital to invest in Ukrainian port assets even under high-risk conditions. Moreover, another major infrastructure deal in the port sector is expected this year — one capable of definitively cementing Ukraine’s status as a strategic maritime hub.

4. Infrastructure investment even in turbulent times The biggest mistake is waiting for better times. Logistics infrastructure is not built in a matter of months. Countries that invest in ports, terminals, and transportation solutions during crises gain a strategic advantage for years after stabilization.

Ukrainian logistics has already proven its ability to adapt to unprecedented conditions. Over recent years, the market has learned to rapidly restructure routes, operate under difficult circumstances, and find solutions where yesterday they seemed impossible.

So today I see no grounds for panic. But I do see a clear need to act.

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The GOL team provided end-to-end logistics services — from cargo pickup directly at the supplier to last-mile delivery by consolidated truck to the consignee in Vinnytsia.
Transit time to Warsaw – 3 days, and the shipment arrived in perfect condition and within the agreed timeframe.
Planning to import from China? Contact the GOL team — we will find the best solution for your cargo.

Hero of logistics: Maryna Chykhichyna
mchykhichyna@gol.ua

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As of August 1, 2025, the market value of the intellectual property rights to the GOL trademark (Ukrainian Trademark Certificate No. 230266 dated August 10, 2017) amounted to UAH 54,818,360 (approximately USD 1.31 million at the official NBU exchange rate on the valuation date), excluding VAT. The valuation was conducted by the Institute of Valuation and Forensic Expertise LLC using the income approach and the Relief from Royalty Method, in accordance with the National Valuation Standards of Ukraine and the International Valuation Standards (IVS, ISO 10668).

The calculation was based on the consolidated financial performance of the Global Ocean Link group in Ukraine, Lithuania, and Poland for 2022–2024. Gross profit was selected as the royalty base — an approach recognized by international practice (Brand Finance, Interbrand, and IVS recommendations) as methodologically appropriate for the logistics industry due to the high share of transit costs within revenue. The applied royalty rate of 3% of gross profit corresponds to the average market level for the logistics sector and reflects GOL’s positioning as a strong regional operator with an international presence.

The market valuation of the trademark is, above all, a management decision-making tool. For Global Ocean Link, it provides:

• transparent justification of the efficiency of trademark utilization within the group companies in Ukraine, Lithuania, and Poland;

• structuring of licensing relationships between the group’s legal entities (royalties, contribution to authorized capital);

• proper recognition of intangible assets in financial statements in accordance with IFRS standards;

• readiness for dialogue with international partners and investors based on economically substantiated value rather than subjective assessments.

The current valuation reflects the trademark’s market position as of a specific date. Global Ocean Link’s strategy is aimed at scaling this value through the expansion of multimodal coverage within a single logistics chain (sea – road – rail – air), strengthening its European offices in Lithuania and Poland, developing warehousing and built-to-suit solutions, as well as implementing joint venture projects with clients. These directions form the foundation for further value growth — both of the trademark and of the business as a whole.

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The primary challenge was to maintain a stable temperature and minimize transit time. Given the delicate nature of the cargo, refrigerated transportation was selected. In Chișinău, our agent conducted a thorough inspection, verifying the packaging, transport parameters, and all supporting documentation.
Thanks to the seamless coordination of all parties involved, the cargo was delivered on time and in full compliance with all safety requirements.

Hero of Logistics: Artem Hutsuliuk
ahutsuliuk@gol.ua

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