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Port of Rotterdam holds steady in 2024

[ February 21, 2025   //   Chris Lewis ]

Port of Rotterdam throughput declined by 0.7% in 2024, at 435.8 million tonnes, compared to 438.8 million tonnes in the same period last year, mainly due to lower coal and crude oil throughput.

However, growth was recorded in the container segment. Driven by increasing consumer spending, throughput grew by 2.8% to 13.8 million TEU. Iron ore and scrap, mineral oil products, and other dry bulk also increased.

Chief executive Boudewijn Siemons, said: ”Last year, we found ourselves as a stable port in turbulent international waters. Geopolitical tensions and regional conflicts impacted the global economy, leading to market uncertainty. Economic growth in Europe lagged behind other regions, which is reflected in throughput and business investments in the port of Rotterdam.

“Despite global conflicts, we have demonstrated resilience as a port and continue to invest in the port of the future.”

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