HHLA on a growth trajectory: Significant increase in revenue and earnings despite volatile global situation
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Transportation & logistics
Hamburg, November 13, 2025 – In a global environment characterized by economic uncertainty, HHLA is reporting very positive business performance. The Group's revenues climbed by 12.5 percent to approximately €1.33 billion in the first three quarters. The increase in operating profit (EBIT) was even more pronounced, rising by 25.7 percent to €117.1 million. These figures demonstrate that the strategic focus of the HGV investment is proving effective and that the company is operating with financial stability even in turbulent times.
Strong Growth in Core Logistics Business
The port logistics segment was the primary driver of the positive results. Container throughput at the terminals increased by 6.7 percent to almost 4.8 million standard containers (TEU), boosted by a recovery in Far East trade and increased feeder traffic. The intermodal segment also developed dynamically: Container transport increased by 13.6 percent. The performance of the international terminals is particularly encouraging, with growth of over 23 percent, driven in part by the resumption of waterborne transshipment in Odessa.
Stability and Investment in the Future
In addition to logistics, the Real Estate division also made a solid contribution with stable revenues in the Speicherstadt (warehouse district) and at the fish market, although one-off effects temporarily impacted the result. HHLA CEO Jeroen Eijsink emphasized that the company continues to work on positioning HHLA for the future. Investments in the automation of Hamburg's facilities are being consistently pursued to secure the long-term competitiveness of the location and to expand its position as a reliable partner in the industry.
Adjusted Outlook for the Full Year
Due to ongoing supply chain disruptions and increasing uncertainties in US trade policy, the Executive Board has refined its forecast for the full year 2025. Nevertheless, the group continues to expect strong revenue growth and an operating profit (EBIT) of between €160 and €175 million. HHLA is thus demonstrating its resilience and remaining a reliable and growth-oriented pillar in the city's investment portfolio.
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