Port of Gdańsk Strengthens Market Position in First Half of 2025

The Port of Gdańsk delivered strong performance in the first half of 2025, achieving robust results in both cargo handling volumes and financial metrics. The port processed 38.3 million tonnes of cargo, marking a 0.4% increase compared to the same period in 2024. Financial performance was particularly impressive, with net sales profitability reaching 56% and net profit climbing 40% to PLN 179.6 million.

Cargo Handling Performance by Segment

Liquid Fuels Maintain Dominance Liquid fuels continued to represent the largest cargo segment, accounting for 50% of total volume. Despite reduced domestic demand for energy commodities—attributed to a milder winter and regional geopolitical developments that decreased the need for strategic reserve accumulation—liquid fuel handling declined by only 4.7% compared to H1 2024. Naftoport processed 19.2 million tonnes during the six-month period.

General Cargo Shows Strong Growth General cargo emerged as the second-largest segment, with handling volumes increasing 12% to 13 million tonnes. Containerized general cargo performed particularly well, growing 14% to approximately 11.6 million tonnes.

The containerized cargo growth was significantly driven by Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) launching new shipping routes. In the first half of 2025, Gdańsk became a key destination in MSC’s Asian services—Britannia and Albatros—establishing regular connections with ports in China, South Korea, and Vietnam. This integration into MSC’s global network enhanced both container volumes and the port’s appeal to international logistics operators, reinforcing Gdańsk’s position as a strategic container hub in the Baltic Sea and Central and Eastern Europe.

Infrastructure Expansion Supports Growth The port’s development has been particularly dynamic in containerized cargo handling, supported by the expansion of Baltic Hub Container Terminal (BHCT)—the Baltic Sea’s largest container facility. The launch of the new T3 terminal increased BHCT’s capacity by 1.5 million TEU, expanding total capacity from approximately 3 million to 4.5 million TEU.

Other Bulk Cargo Surges Other bulk cargo recorded exceptional growth of 25%, reaching 1.9 million tonnes. Ore cargo handling showed particularly strong performance, surging 206% compared to the previous year—the highest percentage increase among all cargo categories.

Declines in Traditional Commodities As anticipated, coal handling volumes decreased to approximately 2.9 million tonnes, down 12.4% year-over-year. Grain handling also declined, falling 26% to slightly above 1.1 million tonnes over the six-month period.

Strategic Outlook

“The Port of Gdańsk continues to build its leading position in the Baltic Sea region through consistent and pragmatic development,” said Dorota Pyć, President of the Port of Gdańsk. “The dynamic growth of our container segment, stable performance in fuel cargo handling, and expansion in bulk cargo demonstrate our ability to adapt flexibly to changes in the economic, social, and geopolitical environment. This translates into financial stability and confirms that our investments in port infrastructure, technology, and new logistics capabilities deliver tangible results while building both current and future resilience.”

The diverse cargo handling structure and robust container segment development underscore the Port of Gdańsk’s growing significance in global maritime logistics networks.