All Other Poland Ports, Poland
All Other Poland Ports serve as vital regional gateways, supporting Poland’s trade, logistics, and economic connectivity across Europe.
Port Overview
Other Poland ports, beyond Gdańsk and Gdynia, include Szczecin-Świnoujście, Elbląg, and smaller Baltic and inland terminals. Szczecin-Świnoujście, located in northwest Poland near the German border, is the third-largest Polish port complex and a key gateway for Central and Eastern Europe. Its annual container throughput is around 400,000 TEU, with ongoing investments to expand deepwater capacity. Elbląg and regional ports serve local and niche cargo, supporting offshore wind and regional trade. These ports enhance Poland’s strategic position in Baltic logistics and energy transit, complementing the country’s major maritime hubs.
Facilities & Infrastructure
All Other Poland Ports, including Szczecin, Świnoujście, and minor regional facilities, feature multipurpose terminals for bulk, general cargo, and containers. Key cargo facilities include grain silos, coal terminals, liquid bulk storage, and Ro-Ro ramps. Equipment typically includes mobile and gantry cranes, conveyor systems, and modern IT-based logistics. Some ports are upgrading with automated guided vehicles (AGVs) and advanced cargo handling systems to improve efficiency and throughput.
Container Terminals
Other major Polish container terminals outside Gdańsk include BCT Gdynia, GCT Gdynia, OT Port Gdynia, and DB Port Szczecin. BCT has 3 berths, GCT has 2, and DB Port Szczecin has 2 berths. Combined, their annual capacity is over 1.2 million TEU. Automation is moderate, with some terminals using automated cranes and digital systems. Major operators are ICTSI (BCT), Hutchison Ports (GCT), OT Logistics, and DB Port Szczecin.
Port Services
- Container handling: loading, unloading, storage, stuffing and stripping of containers, including refrigerated and dangerous goods.
- Cargo operations: transshipment and storage of bulk, general, and project cargo; handling of steel, paper, fertilizers, wood, and oversized loads.
- Ship services: berthing, mooring, supply of equipment, and cargo securing.
- Warehousing: indoor and outdoor storage for various cargo types, container depots, and logistics support.
- Customs: customs clearance, brokerage, and assistance with all port and regulatory formalities.
Global Connectivity
All Other Poland Ports
Poland’s major ports beyond Gdańsk include Gdynia, Szczecin, Świnoujście, Police, and Kołobrzeg. Gdynia is a key commercial hub for containers, bulk, and general cargo, while Szczecin and Świnoujście form a complementary port complex handling diverse goods, including coal, grains, and containers, with Szczecin serving as a deep-water inland port and Świnoujście as a coastal transshipment hub. Police specializes in bulk chemicals and fertilizers, and Kołobrzeg combines commercial, fishing, and leisure activities.
Poland’s Connectivity
These ports are strategically located along the Baltic coast, serving Poland’s northern regions and providing vital links to Central and Eastern Europe. They connect to major European markets via short-sea shipping routes across the Baltic Sea to Scandinavia, Germany, and the Benelux countries, as well as deep-sea routes to Asia and beyond through Gdańsk’s Baltic Hub. The ports also integrate with inland waterways and rail networks, facilitating efficient distribution across Poland and into neighboring countries like the Czech Republic and Slovakia.
Port Statistics
All Other Poland Ports (excluding Gdańsk, Gdynia, and Szczecin-Świnoujście) collectively handle a minor share of Poland’s container throughput. Estimated TEU throughput for these ports is below 100,000 TEU annually, with no significant world ranking. These ports typically have 2–6 berths each, with total port areas ranging from 10 to 50 hectares. They serve short-sea and regional shipping lines, focusing on bulk, general cargo, and limited container services.
