Port of Antwerp-Bruges cargo volumes fall 2.4% in H1 2026

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Port of Antwerp-Bruges experienced a 2.4% decline in maritime cargo volumes in the first half of 2026, affected by geopolitical tensions, trade conflicts, and operational disruptions. Despite the drop, container traffic market share remained steady amid challenging economic conditions.

Port of Antwerp-Bruges handled 133.9 million tonnes of maritime cargo in the first half of 2026, a 2.4% decline compared with the same period last year. The port said geopolitical tensions, trade conflicts, operational disruptions and weak economic conditions weighed on cargo volumes. Despite these challenges, it maintained its market share in container traffic and […] The post Port of Antwerp-Bruges cargo volumes fall 2.4% in H1 2026 appeared first on Container News.