In the first half of 2025, Luka Koper successfully exploited the opportunities created by the challenging global environment, including the rerouting of shipping lines from Asia and changes in global trade. The Group increased its total seaborne cargo turnover by 1% to 11.4 million tonnes.
The container terminal showed the greatest growth, handling 623,731 TEU (+14%), supported by new capacity in the inland markets, high occupancy rates in European ports and the reorganization of shipping lines from the Far East. Car transhipment increased by 10% to 452,049 units, driven by the import of Chinese models and the export of European cars to the Mediterranean. The growth in cargo turnover had a positive impact on the financial results: revenue amounted to €187.7 million (+15% compared to the previous year), operating profit — €52.8 million (+41%), and net profit — €43.5 million (+33%). The increase in expenses was due to the growth in labor and material costs, while service and depreciation expenses decreased.
Luka Koper is actively implementing strategic investments: €54 million (+161%) were invested in half a year, the construction of an automated steel coil warehouse, the 12th berth at Pier II and the expansion of the northern part of Pier I, the largest project in the history of the port, which will be completed in 2027, is ongoing. New car parks, a passenger terminal and a warehouse for Avtoservis Koper have also been completed. This year, projects will begin on new outdoor car parks, a 12,000-space indoor garage and ship power infrastructure.