Posted on March 14, 2025

Hamburg, the third-largest port in Europe, is expected to experience a slowdown in container volume growth in 2025. The port’s performance is being impacted by the challenging geopolitical landscape and the sluggish German economy. These adverse operating conditions are likely to persist throughout the year, putting further pressure on container handling figures.

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