Cargo Volumes Rise at Port of Ventspils
- The Port of Ventspils in Latvia handled 8.53 million tonnes of cargo in 2025, representing a 3.6% increase compared to the 8.23 million tonnes processed in 2024.
- Cargo volumes increased across all three main categories handled at the port: bulk cargo, general cargo, and liquid cargo.
- According to Ventspils Advancement Agency, the positive trend reflects the port's strategic location and it's ability to adapt to changing market demands.
Port of Ventspils Cargo Throughput Increases in 2025
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The Port of Ventspils in Latvia handled 8.53 million tonnes of cargo in 2025, representing a 3.6% increase compared to the 8.23 million tonnes processed in 2024.
growth Across All Cargo types
Cargo volumes increased across all three main categories handled at the port: bulk cargo, general cargo, and liquid cargo. This indicates broad-based economic activity supporting the port’s operations.
According to Ventspils Advancement Agency, the positive trend reflects the port’s strategic location and it’s ability to adapt to changing market demands.
Specific cargo Volumes
The Port of Ventspils handled the following cargo volumes in 2025:
- Bulk Cargo: 3.45 million tonnes
- General Cargo: 2.87 million tonnes
- Liquid Cargo: 2.21 million tonnes
These figures demonstrate a balanced cargo mix, reducing the port’s reliance on any single commodity. Latvian Ports reported these figures on January 15,2026.
Economic Impact and Future Outlook
The increased cargo throughput at the Port of Ventspils contributes substantially to the Latvian economy, generating revenue and employment. the port plays a crucial role in facilitating trade between Latvia and other countries.
The Ventspils Development Agency anticipates continued growth in 2026, driven by investments in port infrastructure and the expansion of logistics services. Baltic Course reported on January 18, 2026, that the port is actively seeking new opportunities to attract additional cargo volumes.
Key entities related to the Port of Ventspils include:
- Ventspils Development Agency: The agency responsible for promoting the port’s development and attracting investment.
- Latvian Ministry of Transport: The government ministry overseeing the country’s transportation infrastructure. Ministry of Transport
- Freeport of Ventspils Authority: The administrative body managing the freeport of Ventspils.