Port of Gdynia surpasses 1 million TEU for the first time in history

The Port of Gdynia closed 2025 with a historic milestone, exceeding 1 million TEU in container throughput for the first time ever. Despite ongoing infrastructure works and challenging market conditions, container volumes grew by 5.27% year-on-year, reinforcing the port’s strategic role in the Baltic Sea region.

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30 january 2026   |   14:02   |   Source: Gazeta Morska   |   Prepared by: Oskar Wojciechowski   |   Print

fot. Tomasz Urbaniak / Port Gdynia

Container growth driven by new services

The record container performance was supported by changes in global shipping networks and the launch of new liner services. Vessels of the Gemini Cooperation alliance began calling at Gdynia, while the ONE Polish Shuttle (PLS) service has been operating since February 2025.

In December, Baltic Container Terminal Gdynia also inaugurated a new MSC short-sea service, offering direct connections to the United Kingdom, Spain and Portugal.

Notably, the milestone was achieved despite the ongoing refurbishment of the Helskie Quay, a key container handling area, highlighting the port’s strong operational resilience during major investments.

Infrastructure upgrades enable larger vessels

A key factor supporting container growth was the commissioning of Turning Basin No. 2, which was widened and deepened to accommodate the largest container vessels operating in the Baltic Sea, with lengths of up to 400 metres. This investment significantly enhanced the port’s capacity and attractiveness for global carriers.

Strong performance in ro-ro segment

The Port of Gdynia also recorded substantial growth in general cargo, particularly in the ro-ro segment, where volumes increased by over 18% year-on-year. This was directly linked to the expansion of shipping services.

In November, Lakeway Link deployed a second vessel on the Gdynia–Södertälje route, while in June 2025 Finnlines launched a regular service connecting Gdynia with Belgium, the UK, Spain and Finland.

Total tonnage affected by energy transition

In total, the port handled 25.7 million tonnes of cargo in 2025, representing a 4.4% decrease compared to 2024. The decline was mainly due to lower volumes of coal and coke, reflecting the ongoing energy transition and decarbonisation trends across Europe.

Grain volumes also declined as a result of low global prices and reduced Ukrainian transit following the reopening of Black Sea ports. Conversely, the “other bulk” segment, including fertilisers, aggregates and chemical products, recorded growth.

- The Port of Gdynia operates in a rapidly changing market environment and is able to respond flexibly to demand trends. We are focusing on segments with growing importance — general cargo, containers and ro-ro — while maintaining the capability to handle bulk cargo, said Piotr Gorzeński, President of the Management Board of the Port of Gdynia Authority.

Financial outlook remains positive

Alongside operational results, the port maintained a stable financial position. Net profit for 2025 is forecast at PLN 142 million, representing a 2.5% increase year-on-year.

- This result is better than we had anticipated, noted Katarzyna Gruszecka-Spychała, Vice President of the Port of Gdynia Authority.

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