At a recent economic forum, Georgia’s First Vice Prime Minister and Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development, Levan Davitashvili, highlighted significant progress in the construction of the Anaklia Deep Sea Port, positioning it as a transformative infrastructure project for the region.

“We made the only correct decision when we chose not to wait for investors and instead have the state take the lead in building critical infrastructure,” Davitashvili said. “This approach allows us to create favourable conditions to engage with a variety of partners—both professionals and companies—that will help build a complex ecosystem around the port.”

He emphasized that a port is far more than just a location for ship docking. “Anaklia will become a hub for multiple economic activities,” he noted.

Construction began last year, and according to Davitashvili, the preparatory phase is now complete, paving the way for active development of the maritime infrastructure. Environmental impact assessments and construction permits are nearing finalization.

Although the initial plan projected operations to begin in 2028, Davitashvili revealed that the port may be able to receive its first ships by the end of 2027.

In tandem with port development, the government is prioritizing road and railway infrastructure to ensure seamless connectivity. “With modern, competitive infrastructure, we can strengthen our position within the regional transport corridor and secure vital cargo flows,” Davitashvili stated.