- SCA will move its RoRo calls for kraftliner and pulp from Rotterdam to Vlissingen from 1 October 2026.
- The change covers vessels serving Western and Central Europe and also applies to complementary bulk vessels.
- SCA said the move supports lower emissions, improved cost efficiency and stronger competitiveness.
- Shorter port calls are expected to save several hours per voyage, improving vessel efficiency and delivery reliability.
- Earlier adjustments to Swedish RoRo operations already reduced emissions by 40% per transported tonne-kilometre through lower sailing speeds.
- In Vlissingen, vessels will discharge kraftliner and pulp, while loading recycled fibre, general cargo and RoRo cargo for Sweden.
- Annual cargo volumes are estimated at 400,000–450,000 tonnes.
- Logistics partner Verbrugge will handle the operations.
- SCA highlighted strong road and rail links, plus barge co-loading opportunities for larger and more efficient inland transport solutions.
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