Copenhagen once again named Europe’s leading cruise port in 2026
Copenhagen and Copenhagen Malmö Port (CMP) have been named Europe’s Leading Cruise Port at the World Travel Awards for the third consecutive year.
Copenhagen and Copenhagen Malmö Port (CMP) have been named Europe’s Leading Cruise Port at the World Travel Awards for the third consecutive year.
Malmö Port (CMP) is strengthening its commercial cruise team with the appointment of a dedicated Cruise Commercial Manager in Visby and several key role changes designed to support the continued growth of cruise operations across Copenhagen, Malmö and Visby.
Copenhagen Malmö Port (CMP) held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Malmö today, 4 June 2026. During the meeting, shareholders approved the company’s 2025 financial statements, confirming a year marked by stable performance and continued operational strength.
Kristian Durhuus will assume the position of CEO of Copenhagen Malmö Port (CMP) on 1 June 2026.
CMP was proud to host the Danish Ports Conference 2026, held on 14–15 April at CMP’s Cruise Terminal in Nordhavn, Copenhagen. Organised by Danske Havne and held every two years, the conference brought together more than 200 participants from Denmark’s commercial ports, authorities, companies and industry organisations.
Hurtigruten is launching a new sailing from Copenhagen to Tromsø via North Cape as one of three new routes along Norway’s coast. The new itinerary gives Scandinavians and international travelers the opportunity to journey from the continent to the Arctic, with stops in some of Norway’s most iconic coastal towns and natural areas.
Copenhagen has been voted Best Northern Europe Cruise Port by Spanish‑speaking cruise guests at the prestigious Cruceroadicto 2025 Awards. This is the fourth cruise award won by Copenhagen during the past five months.
Across Copenhagen, Malmö, and Visby, the cruise segment continues to show resilience and strong growth potential. The trends for 2026 reflect a clear focus on extended seasons, increased turn‑around calls, shore power and new ship deployments — reinforcing the region’s strategic importance in the European cruise market.
Copenhagen has been voted winner of the award as World's Best Cruise Terminal for Sustainability 2025 by World Cruise Awards.
Copenhagen Malmö Port (CMP) is entering a new era of year-round cruising, with a record number of calls outside the traditional summer season. These developments are a major advantage for the destinations, as off-season calls allow guests the opportunity to explore local attractions, enjoy cultural experiences, and contribute to the regional economy throughout the year.
At a ceremony in Sardinia on October 22, Copenhagen was announced as Europe’s Leading Cruise Port 2025 by the World Travel Awards.
At a ceremony held in Hamburg on September 10, Copenhagen Malmö Port (CMP) was awarded the prestigious Seatrade Cruise Award for Port of the Year 2025.
Copenhagen Malmö Port (CMP) is pleased to report a strong start to the year at its container terminal in Copenhagen. During the first five months of 2025, the terminal handled a total of over 49,100 TEU (Twenty-foot Equivalent Units), representing an increase of 12,100 TEU or 32.7% compared to the same period in 2024.
On Monday, June 2nd, H.M. King Frederik X of Denmark officially inaugurated Copenhagen’s shore power facility for cruise vessels at an event at CMP's cruise terminals at Oceankaj.
CMP has now received the second and final STS crane for the new container terminal in Ydre Nordhavn. The crane arrived from Konecranes in Finland and was unloaded next to the first STS crane, which was received in April.
Five of CMP's eight new Konecranes straddle carriers have been relocated to their new home – the new container terminal at Ydre Nordhavn.
Copenhagen Malmö Port (CMP) has received its first STS crane, which will be installed at the new container terminal in Ydre Nordhavn, Copenhagen, from Konecranes in Finland.
The journey to Copenhagen is now beginning for Copenhagen Malmö Port’s (CMP) new STS-cranes, which will be installed at the new container terminal in Ydre Nordhavn.
2024 was an impressive year for cruise at Copenhagen Malmö Port (CMP) – and 2025 looks even better. The year 2024 exceeded expectations for cruise passenger numbers, with a total just short of 1 million guests across Malmö, Visby and Copenhagen. In 2025, CMP expects to surpass the 1 million mark.
The training ship Georg Stage will be moored at CMP’s facilities at Nordre Toldbod in Copenhagen from 24 to 26 September 2024. The Georg Stage’s call at Nordre Toldbod emphasises the connection between the city of Copenhagen and its commercial port, the training of future seafarers, and the preservation of the strong and vibrant maritime tradition in Copenhagen and Denmark.