Luka Koper Group closed 2025 with improved key financial performance, despite the volatile global economy, trade uncertainty, and shifting logistics routes. Group net revenue reached EUR 380.3 million, exceeding the plan by 13% and the 2024 result by 15%. The main drivers were increased container and vehicle handling, as well as increased revenue from warehousing services. Operating profit (EBIT) increased by 44% to EUR 96.3 million, while net profit amounted to EUR 81.5 million, up 35% year-on-year.
According to Chairman of the Management Board Nevenka Krzan, the company demonstrates a flexible port business model capable of adapting to market fluctuations even during an intensive investment cycle. The container terminal set a record high of 1.27 million TEUs (+12%), driven by new projects in the hinterland and the restructuring of services from the Far East and the Mediterranean. The car and RO-RO terminal handled 914,800 units (+3%), primarily due to the import of Chinese automobiles and increased exports to Mediterranean countries, while bulk cargo handling declined due to lower iron ore shipments.
The Port of Koper’s total seaborne cargo throughput remained at approximately 23 million tonnes, with rail’s share increasing to 51%. 2025 also marked a record year for passenger traffic: the port welcomed 80 cruise ships and over 123,000 passengers, and a new passenger terminal was opened to mark the 20th anniversary of the first cruise ship’s arrival. Within the investment cycle up to 2028, €132.9 million was allocated in 2025, and €201 million is planned for 2026, including the construction of a new container berth, storage areas, a multi-level garage for 11,700 vehicles, as well as the completion of an automated warehouse for rolled steel and berth No. 12 for project cargo.