Port of Antwerp-Bruges stands firm in a challenging first half of 2026

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The Port of Antwerp-Bruges experienced a 2.4% decline in cargo handling in the first half of 2026, although container market share remained stable. Despite geopolitical tensions and trade conflicts creating challenges, significant investments are being made to bolster future port capacity and operations.

Cargo handling declined by 2.4%, the market share of containers remained stable, and investments are bolstering the future. In the first half of 2026, Port of Antwerp-Bruges handled 133.9 million tonnes of maritime cargo, a decline of 2.4% compared with the same period last year. Against the backdrop of geopolitical tensions, trade conflicts, exceptional operational ...