In the first nine months of 2025, the Port of Antwerp-Bruges handled 202.6 million tonnes of maritime goods, down 3.8% year-on-year. While container volumes remained stable, bulk traffic fell due to international uncertainty.
The standout performer was the RoRo segment, which grew 3.3%, mainly driven by strong car imports from China. The RoRo category also includes PCTCs (pure car and truck carriers), underlining the port’s growing importance as a key European gateway for vehicle logistics.
In contrast, dry bulk decreased 8.9% (weaker fertiliser shipments), and liquid bulk dropped 13.5%, though biofuels and energy gases continued to rise.
Trade with the United States increased 15%, fuelled by container and liquid bulk traffic, but new US import tariffs are starting to weigh on European exports, particularly steel.
Despite global headwinds, the port remains a resilient hub for trade and energy transition.
Photo Mike Louagie
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