In January-July 2024, the Port of Helsinki increased its cargo turnover by 1.3% compared to the same period last year, reaching 8.2 million tons. The largest increase was demonstrated by the handling of packaged cargo, which rose by 6.9%, amounting to 7.2 million tons, while the handling of bulk cargo decreased by 21.9% to 605.6 thousand tons.
Container turnover at the port increased by 0.5% and amounted to 253.46 thousand TEU, and the handling of equipment increased by 5.6%, reaching 400.5 thousand units. At the same time, the number of ships decreased by 1.9% and amounted to 4,187 units.
Passenger traffic on sea lines also demonstrated positive dynamics, increasing by 3.8% and reaching 5.53 million people.