About us
The Port of Helsingborg
The Port of Helsingborg is one of Sweden’s largest ferry ports, a container specialist and one of the leading ports in Northern Europe. With its strategic location in the Öresund region, the Port serves as a central hub for import and export, where sea, rail, and road transport meet to enable efficient, secure logistics.
As an infrastructure node for industry and trade, the Port of Helsingborg provides shipping companies, freight forwarders and cargo owners with access to well-functioning terminals, strong international connections and logistics solutions that create long-term value. Operations run seven days a week, all year round.
The ferry connection between Helsingborg and Elsinore is one of the busiest straits crossings in the world. Every year, around 6 million passengers and nearly 2 million vehicles are transported here.
Eight out of ten goods imported into Sweden arrive by sea.
Hub for import and export
Eight out of ten goods imported into Sweden arrive by sea. Cargo is transported to and from the Port of Helsingborg through shipping companies operating regular services via Europe’s major logistics hubs and onward to global markets. As vessels increase in size, the Port adapts its operations with a focus on capacity, efficiency and security. The Port area covers approximately 115 football pitches, and the total quay length is around 3,430 metres.
A municipally owned company
The Port of Helsingborg AB is owned by the City of Helsingborg. In accordance with the owner’s directive, the company is to develop as a modern, efficient and profitable port with high customer satisfaction. Operations are characterised by a long-term approach, with a focus on optimising existing areas and investing in technology and working methods to strengthen capacity and sustainability.
Key figures
| Volume (thousands) | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tonnes of goods passing through the port | 7,303 | 7,361 | 8,559 |
| Handled units in TEU * by sea (LOLO & RORO) | 247 | 235 | 272 |
| Handled units in TEU * by rail at Combi Terminal | 35 | 41 | 55 |
| Trucks by ferry | 394 | 410 | 457 |
| Cars by ferry | 1,027 | 1,032 | 1,038 |
| Passengers by ferry | 6,440 | 6,368 | 6,301 |
One TEU corresponds to the volume of a container with the measurements 8x9x20 feet or just over 36.25 m³.
| Finances (SEK million), energy and personnel | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Net turnover | 404 | 393 | 426 |
| Operating costs | 382 | 363 | 360 |
| Profit after financial items* | 26 | 41 | 71 |
| Use of energy, gross GWh | 14.8 | 15.3 | 17 |
| Employees** | 173 | 189 | 195 |
| Accident rate (LTIF) *** | 0.65 | 2.38 | 1.68 |
*** Number of accidents that resulted in absence for more than one day per 200,000 hours worked, excluding subcontractors
Our vision
We create the port of the future – where efficiency, growth and societal value come together.
Our business concept
We are the container specialist with a unique location in Sweden, offering secure port infrastructure with efficient and sustainable terminal services around the clock.
Our values
Responsible
We are professionals and take responsibility for our working environment and our tasks.
Friendly
We are helpful, friendly, and respectful of those around us.
Honest
We are honest, clear, and speak directly with one another.
Developing
We are innovative, efficient, and committed to continuous improvement.