In January-July railroad deliveries of limestone grew by 7% YoY, to 6.6 million tons.
In July deliveries went up by 3% YoY, to 1 million tons, but decreased by 11% MoM.
Dniepropetrovsk and Donetsk regions were the largest consumers, accounting for 70% of purchases.
The main consumers of limestone are metal companies.
In particular, Novotroitskoye Mine Group purchased 34% of limestone in January-July, up by 5% YoY. (Ukrainian metal)