While the logistics world is abuzz with topics like digitalisation, automation and standardised processes, conventional general cargo logistics seems almost out of date. And yet breakbulk and OOG cargo in particular reveal...

Anyars Salam is a tunnel supervisor in the St. Pauli Elbtunnel. For many years, he has ensured safety and order in what is known as the “shaft” or the “entrance area.” Whether daily commuters or curious tourists – Anyars and...

Europe Even back during the days of the Hanseatic League, Hamburg was a bustling trading hub – a place for the exchange of goods, ideas, and cultures. This openness and curiosity about the world continues to define the city...

Our crew had the unique opportunity to experience the Elbe River Passage live on board the ONE Inspiration, from the German Bight all the way into the Port of Hamburg. This passage is truly special. It is only made possible...

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The year 2024 was characterised by complex economic and political influences. The persistence of global conflicts and the weak economic climate in Germany had an impact on the Port of Hamburg’s throughput. Demand in global...

Something new is happening in the heart of Hamburgs central harbor: in Steinwerder Süd, an old harbor basin is being filled in, creating an area of 26 hectares, equivalent to 33 football pitches. Over a construction period...

Apprenticeship at the HPA means: away from the desk, into the port! Whether on a bridge, on a ship, or in the workshop—Fynn & Levin show you what makes working in the port so special. Discover the professions and...

River Passage The River Elbe is both the lifeblood and backbone of the port – a symbol as well as a driving force for a region where trade, logistics and innovation converge. From buoy ‘Elbe 1’ to the...

With the Cruise Center HafenCity, Hamburg is setting new standards: 10,300 m² of terminal space, two berths, state-of-the-art technology, and, from 2026, a climate-friendly shore power system. Located right in the heart of...

The transformation of the Waltershofer Hafen in Hamburg will create new areas, modern berths for container ships, and an expanded turning circle of 600 meters. This means better conditions for the world's largest container...

Transatlantic A country like Germany places great value on free global trade. This applies all the more to international supply chain hubs such as the Port of Hamburg. And it is the reason why its stakeholders are...

As part of this year's Port Birthday, two hybrid police boats from the Flotte Hamburg were christened at a ceremony at the Landungsbrücken. In the presence of numerous invited guests and visitors to the Port Birthday...

To ensure safe shipping traffic in the Port of Hamburg, the Hamburg Port Authority carries out so-called current measurements. In this new episode of “Port is what we do”, you can find out exactly what this is all about, who...

What makes the Hamburg Metropolitan Region one of Europe’s most dynamic business locations? Our film explores how federal states, municipalities and economic players work together in a region almost the size of Belgium...

For two decades Hamburg Port Authority has been managing the Port of Hamburg – a huge industrial estate that never sleeps. But who is behind all that? Our anniversary film is a big ‘thank you’ to all our employees who give...

Port of Hamburg Magazine – Metropolitan region More than five million people live, work and shape the future in the Hamburg metropolitan region, the largest contiguous industrial area in Northern Europe. Together, companies...

A new challenge every day, always at the heart of the action – Redzep Kasami works as a skilled docker at Eurogate at the Container Terminal Hamburg. In our video, he shares what makes his job so varied and how the...

We accompanied the bearing replacement on the Köhlbrandbrücke, one of Hamburg's most striking landmarks. We show the technical challenges and the precise processes required to maintain the structure at lofty...

Jackie is a trained mechatronics technician and shift supervisor at Railpool LokService in the Port of Hamburg. What she loves most about her job is the satisfaction of seeing what she has achieved at the end of the day...

Charts annual throughput 2024 as PDF download.

As a Ship Mechanic, you’ll need technical expertise, a hands-on approach, and a passion for working on and around the water. Follow Pauline, whose path combines engineering skills with a love for the maritime world!

The Pottersgracht is part of the "P14-Type" series operated by the Amsterdam-based shipping company Spliethoff. Alongside its seven sister ships, this multipurpose vessel impresses with its remarkable cargo capacity and...

Port of Hamburg Magazine: Port Services There are many hidden champions in the Port of Hamburg. Some of them are companies without which cargo handling in the port would be considerably more difficult. However, they appear...