The container volumes at the Port of Gothenburg continue to grow—in terms of handled goods. However, the handling of empty containers has decreased, which is a positive development for the efficiency of cargo flows. Container flows by rail also continue to rise and have now reached an all-time high. These are some of the key insights from the port's reported cargo volume statistics for Q1.
St1 and St1 Biokraft delivered Swedish-produced liquefied biomethane to Terntank's Tern Ocean at Gothenburg Port, marking a significant step toward large-scale supply for shipping. The Port of Gothenburg aims to be Scandinavia's leading alternative fuel hub, facilitating the maritime sector's transition.
Even though container ships are primarily designed to transport standard containers, they can also accommodate breakbulk cargo, items that exceed the limitations of container dimensions. This capability is especially evident on the largest container ships offering direct weekly services between the Port of Gothenburg and ports in Asia.
A pilot project using a hydrogen generator to supply electricity to ships docked at the Port of Gothenburg is now in its final phase. The method may pave the way for reduced emissions in other ports where conventional shore power connections are not feasible.
With the arrival of the cruise ship AIDAmar in the morning, the start of the 2025 cruise season in Gothenburg is now official. In the coming months, nearly 100,000 tourists are expected to arrive by sea to explore the city and its attractions. A total of 64 cruise ships will visit Gothenburg Port this year.
A new container service with direct traffic between the Port of Gothenburg and Asia is now launched by MSC, the world's largest container shipping company. Every week, MSC vessels with a capacity of over 15,000 TEU (twenty-foot equivalent units) will transport goods between the Port of Gothenburg and ports in China, Japan, Korea, Thailand, and Vietnam.
In April, the Skandia Gateway fairway deepening project celebrates one year since construction began at the Port of Gothenburg. While progress is continuing according to plan, efforts are also being made to meet the project's climate ambitions. This requires both creativity and tough priorities.
When the vessel Charm C called at the Port of Gothenburg at 10 p.m. on March 31, it marked the start of a new container service between the Port of Gothenburg, Asia, and North America, focusing on increased punctuality and efficiency. The new service is part of the shipping companies Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd's new global liner network called Gemini.
The Gothenburg region has been named the best logistics location in the Nordic countries by Swedish industry magazine Dagens Logistik. In the justification, the Port of Gothenburg is highlighted as pivotal for the region’s strong position as a logistics hub and its continued potential for further growth.
2024 was a year with both ups and downs in cargo volumes for Scandinavia’s largest port. On the container side, the Port of Gothenburg reports another very strong year with high volumes and efficiency figures. While other segments showed mixed figures, the grand total for all segments was an 8% increase in tonnes.
The Port of Gothenburg has appointed Wallenius Wilhelmsen as the new operator for the port's vehicle and RoRo terminal, following a recently conducted procurement process. The operator will take over operations in February 2026 under a twelve-year concession agreement.
The new Lövholmen Intermodal Terminal in Piteå recently celebrated one year of operation. With its strategic location next to the E4 highway and major industries in the area, combined with growing capacity and departure frequency to and from The port of Gothenburg, the terminal aims to become a northern transport hub open to the entire region’s business community.