In the year 2023, Port of Tallinn witnessed a significant rebound in passenger traffic, with 8 million passengers, marking a 13% increase or 900,000 more passengers compared to the previous year. This recovery follows the easing of pandemic-related movement restrictions. However, the cargo sector experienced a notable decline, with a 29% reduction in volume, equivalent to 5 million tonnes, attributed to sanctions on Russian and Belarussian cargo and a general economic downturn. Despite these challenges, the number of vessel calls remained relatively stable, with a marginal decrease of only 1.5% to a total of 7,026 visits. Additionally, the connection between the Estonian mainland and main islands saw a 5% rise in passenger numbers, setting a new all-time record. Meanwhile, the icebreaker Botnica reported a 4% decrease in charter days, reflecting a shorter period for summer charters.
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