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Port of Rotterdam (Netherlands) 🇳🇱

The Largest Port in Europe & a Global Logistics Hub

The Port of Rotterdam is the biggest and busiest port in Europe, covering over 105 square kilometers and handling around 470 million tons of cargo annually. It is a major gateway for international trade between Europe, Asia, and North America, thanks to its deep-water access and advanced infrastructure.

 

🔹 Key Features:

  • One of the deepest ports in Europe, capable of handling the world’s largest container ships
  • The Maasvlakte 2 expansion, adding new terminals and deep-water access for ultra-large vessels
  • A leading center for petrochemical industries, oil refining, and container shipping
  • A hub for sustainable shipping initiatives, including shore power and alternative fuel research

 

🔹 Main Ferry Operators:

  • Stena Line (connections to the UK)
  • P&O Ferries

 

🔹 Why It’s Important:
The Port of Rotterdam serves as Europe’s main distribution center, with seamless connections to inland waterways, railways, and road networks. Its advanced logistics facilities make it crucial for international trade.