Port of Hamburg’s Growth Highlights India as a Rising Strategic Partner

Hamburg’s latest throughput figures show that its port is not just recovering — it’s strengthening its role as a gateway for Asian trade, most notably with India. According to the Port of Hamburg’s recent press release,trade with India (+45.5 percent to 214,000 TEU) also consolidated its high growth rate and thus its importance for throughput in the Port of Hamburg.

This surge reflects more than just impressive numbers. It underscores Hamburg’s growing importance as a strategic hub for German-Indian trade, backed by new liner services launched in 2025. With six container services, plus general cargo and vehicle services connecting Hamburg to major Indian ports like Mumbai, Chennai, Mundra, and Kolkata, the Port of Hamburg is expanding its network and deepening economic ties. For Hamburg, the boom in trade with India is an opportunity to diversify its trade portfolio — while for Indian exporters and importers, the port strengthens their access to European markets. As we look ahead, this dynamic reinforces the shared potential of Hamburg and India to build a resilient, growth-oriented, and sustainable maritime partnership.