Odd Lots How Ukraine Delivers the Mail During Wartime
Feb 23, 2024
Igor Smelyansky, the CEO of Ukrposhta, shares insights on managing the Ukrainian postal service amid war. He discusses how the mail system remains a lifeline for citizens, ensuring timely deliveries of essential goods and pensions despite ongoing conflict. Innovative solutions like Starlink and community partnerships have been vital in overcoming logistical challenges. The conversation also delves into the creative initiatives that boost morale, including unique stamps, highlighting the resilience and adaptability of Ukraine's postal operations.
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Rugby Shirt Delivery
- Tracy Alloway's husband bought a rugby shirt on eBay.
- It shipped from Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, arriving in perfect condition, sparking curiosity about Ukraine's wartime logistics.
Wartime Logistics Adaptation
- Ukrposhta, Ukraine's postal service, delivers globally despite the war, adapting its logistics.
- They shifted from air freight to rail and truck routes through Europe to maintain deliveries, especially to the US.
Ukrposhta as Lifeline
- Ukrposhta delivers essential goods like pensions, medicine, and cash to remote Ukrainian villages.
- With banks and pharmacies scarce, especially in deoccupied areas, Ukrposhta provides vital services, using Starlink and generators for off-grid functionality.