Port of Gdańsk posts strong 2025 performance as liquid fuels dominate and container volumes hit record high

The Port of Gdańsk closed 2025 with one of the strongest operational results in its history. Total cargo throughput reached 80.4 million tonnes, while container handling surged to nearly 2.8 million TEU, reinforcing the port’s role as a key logistics hub for the Baltic Sea region and Central and Eastern Europe.

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30 january 2026   |   07:16   |   Source: Gazeta Morska   |   Prepared by: Michał Iwański   |   Print

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Growing cargo volumes and larger vessels

In 2025, the Port of Gdańsk handled 80.4 million tonnes of cargo, marking a year-on-year increase of almost 4%. A total of 4,394 vessels called at the port, up 4.2% compared to 2024. The average gross tonnage of commercial vessels rose by 3.8%, highlighting increased calls by larger ships and efficient use of the port’s deep-water infrastructure.

Liquid fuels remain the backbone of port operations

Liquid fuels continued to dominate the cargo structure, accounting for 39.6 million tonnes, or 49.3% of total throughput.

The Naftoport oil terminal achieved a historic milestone, handling 37.4 million tonnes of crude oil, the highest volume ever recorded. In total, Naftoport served 379 crude oil tankers and 84 vessels carrying petroleum products, underlining its strategic importance for Poland’s and the region’s energy security.

Containers drive growth momentum

General cargo volumes increased significantly, reaching 27.2 million tonnes, up 16.6% year on year, with containerised cargo playing a leading role.
Container terminals at the Port of Gdańsk handled nearly 2.8 million TEU in 2025, representing a 23% increase compared to the previous year. The Baltic Hub Container Terminal alone processed 2,766,475 TEU, confirming Gdańsk’s position as the leading container gateway in the Baltic Sea basin.

Mixed trends in dry bulk and ro-ro segments

Dry bulk cargo results were mixed. Coal volumes declined by 10.8%, falling to approximately 7 million tonnes, reflecting the ongoing transformation of Poland’s energy mix. In contrast, ore shipments increased by 12%, while other dry bulk cargoes grew by 8.5%.

The ro-ro segment recorded a 15% decrease, with 118,000 vehicles handled during the year.

Passenger traffic on the rise

Passenger traffic showed positive momentum, with 171,400 passengers handled in 2025, up 3.1% year on year. The port recorded 266 ferry calls and 57 cruise ship visits, confirming steady demand for ferry services and maritime tourism.

Strategic investments support long-term growth

- The 2025 results demonstrate the Port of Gdańsk’s resilience and ability to adapt to changing global trade and supply chain conditions, said Dorota Pyć, President of the Port of Gdańsk Authority.

Key investments progressed during the year, including construction of the sixth liquid fuel berth at Naftoport, development of an offshore wind installation terminal, a floating FSRU LNG terminal, and completion of major projects such as the T3 terminal at Baltic Hub.

Combined with strong operational performance, these investments further strengthen the Port of Gdańsk’s position as a critical logistics node in the European transport network.

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