Georgia has reduced ship waiting times at its seaports from 24 hours to as little as one hour by introducing a single window system, according to Deputy Economy Minister Tamar Ioseliani.
Speaking about the sector's performance in the first half of 2026, Ioseliani said Georgian ports maintained strong operational growth, with the total gross tonnage of arriving vessels increasing by around 20% year-on-year. She noted that the ability to accommodate larger ships has improved both port capacity and operational efficiency.
According to the deputy minister, the progress has been driven by close cooperation between public institutions and private port operators, as well as continuous dredging of port waters and navigation channels. She added that bureaucratic procedures have also been significantly streamlined, helping speed up vessel processing.
Data from Georgia's Maritime Transport Agency show that the total gross tonnage of ships calling at Georgian ports reached 10.7 million in January–June 2026, up 19% from a year earlier. The agency also reported growth in cargo handling volumes, reflecting more efficient use of port infrastructure and improved productivity.
