New lines, larger vessels and increased capacity: the 2025 berth plan at play

2025 will bring exciting changes to the line offering from APM Terminals Gothenburg. With more strong, flexible alternatives to the world market and larger vessels with higher capacity, the terminal is strengthening its position on the global market. Here, Emin Herc, Berth Planner at APM Terminals, shares his insights on this year’s berth plan and what the changes mean for Swedish companies.

What is the most significant news in the plan for 2025?
Earlier alliances have broken up and new ones have formed. We are pleased to welcome two new alliances to APM Terminals Gothenburg. These are MSC’s new Swan service and Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd’s newly established alliance Gemini Cooperation.

This year, the line offering entails a greater number of closer connections to the major hubs in Europe. Overall, we are also seeing larger vessels with higher capacity coming to us, which is a major advantage in view of strong exports and increased purchasing power. In addition, we look forward to receiving more vessels powered by renewable fuels.

What does this mean for APM Terminal’s customers?
Having a broader range of lines makes it easier for Swedish goods owners to adapt their supply chains to their needs. Starting in April, APM Terminals will be offering a wide range of direct traffic, hub-and-spoke solutions, transshipment and short-sea traffic. It will be exciting to see which solutions have the greatest impact and how they and their different strengths will help streamline Swedish trade with the outside world.

How does this affect Sweden’s competitiveness?
Our extensive rail network gives all of Sweden access to the whole world via APM Terminals Gothenburg. With an even stronger line offering, Gothenburg as a logistics hub will have a more important position on the world map, strengthening Sweden’s competitiveness in the global market.

What challenges have you taken into account in this year’s quay plan?
A major factor is Project Skandiaporten, where 60% of the southern quay is closed. In order to optimise the plan, we have analysed the market over the past year, adjusted the berth window as needed and had a close dialogue with the shipping companies. The work has been extensive and meant a lot of puzzle laying. I would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to our employees and our customers – their commitment has been crucial in making this possible.