The Black Sea salt plant in Odesa region has entered stable operation and is positioning itself as a major replacement for Ukraine’s lost domestic food salt capacity. The facility produces food-grade salt in different fractions and packaging formats, including sacks, big bags and bulk shipments.
The plant’s monthly capacity is estimated at around fifteen thousand tonnes. Management expects this to cover up to half of Ukraine’s internal demand in the food salt segment. Longer term, the company plans to expand production through resources connected with the Kuyalnyk estuary, which could help fully cover the country’s needs in food salt.
Import substitution after Artemsil
The project matters because Ukraine lost a critical part of its salt production after the destruction and shutdown of Artemsil. A domestic replacement reduces dependence on imports and restores an industrial chain that is important for food producers, retailers and households.
The plant uses evaporation technology with modern equipment. Turkish specialists from Salt Plus and Ukrainian engineers with Artemsil experience were involved in the project, helping adapt production processes after delays caused by weather, power issues, contractors and a shortage of specialized staff.
For investors, the facility targets a narrow but higher-value food salt segment rather than road salt. That focus may reduce market risk and support a more predictable production model.
