The EBRD has completed the sale of Danube Logistics—the operator of the Giurgiulești International Free Port—to the Romanian state-owned Port of Constanța, which is now the sole owner of the Giurgiulești International Free Port
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) announced this, noting that the transaction was the result of a large-scale global M&A tender conducted by the EBRD to identify a long-term strategic investor committed to the further development of the Giurgiulești Port and to strengthening Moldova’s integration into regional and global trade networks. The EBRD notes that the Romanian national company “Maritime Ports Administration SA Constanța” (Port of Constanța) was selected as the preferred bidder following a rigorous competitive process and has completed the acquisition of the EBRD’s 100% stake in Danube Logistics. The transaction amount has not been disclosed. It is noted that, as Moldova’s main seaport, the Giurgiulești Port plays a crucial role in maintaining supply chains and ensuring economic stability, handling over 70% of the country’s maritime imports and exports. The strategic importance of the Giurgiulești Port has grown significantly in recent years, and it offers strong potential to support regional trade and future recovery efforts across the broader region. As the new owner, the Port of Constanța has committed to the long-term development of the Giurgiulești Port, including investments aimed at expanding capacity, modernizing infrastructure, and strengthening the port’s role in European transport and logistics corridors. The transaction is also expected to strengthen economic and trade ties between Moldova and Romania. Throughout the sale process, the EBRD worked closely with the Moldovan and Romanian authorities to ensure compliance with national legislation and to achieve an outcome that promotes the port’s long-term sustainability. This exit marks an important milestone in the EBRD’s involvement in the Giurgiulești Port project, which began in 1995 with support for the port’s construction and expanded to a role focused on supporting the development of what is now a fully developed and strategically important maritime transport hub entering a new phase of long-term strategic ownership. Earlier reports indicated that the Romanian state-owned company “Maritime Ports Administration SA Constanța” is purchasing 100% of the shares in Danube Logistics—the operator of the Giurgiulești Port—from the EBRD for $62 million and has committed to investing at least $28 million in the port. // 28.04.2026 — InfoMarket.
