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The handling of conventional general cargo (including RoRo) represents a highly specialised segment with correspondingly high value creation within the port. The goods handled are typically either too large, too heavy — or both — or otherwise unsuitable for containerised transport.

This segment is primarily served by multipurpose terminals. The Port of Hamburg is particularly well positioned in this area, with six specialised operators: C. Steinweg, HHLA Frucht- und Kühlzentrum, Unikai, Wallmann & Co., Rhenus Midgard and BLG Logistics Group.

In 2025, throughput in the conventional general cargo and RoRo segment totalled 1.15 million tonnes, representing a decrease of 7.8% and remaining within the typical range of fluctuation. At the same time, shipments of project cargo (+8.6%) and vehicle exports (+8.7%) recorded positive growth, underlining the segment’s continued importance for specialised logistics.