Port concessions without Prozorro. What are the consequences of the Ministry of Economy's decision?

The Cabinet of Ministers has postponed the mandatory use of the Prozorro system for large concessions for another two years, until 2027. This decision opens up the possibility of transferring strategic infrastructure facilities, including seaports, to investors without full electronic competition.

The resolution appeared at the time of the probable start of a 40-year concession of terminals in the port of Chornomorsk. Why it was postponed and whether it is worth leasing ports now is being investigated LIGA.net.