Latvia, Port, Transport

In January-May 2012, Latvian ports handled 34.02 million tons of cargo.

The Freeport of Riga handled 14.3 million tons of cargo in January-May 2013, 8.8% less than in January-May 2012. The Freeport of Ventspils handled 14.2 million tons, a 3.4% decrease, the Port of Liepaja – 2.07 million tons, a 28.9% decrease.

Bulk cargo made up the largest part of cargo turnover at Latvian ports in the first five months of 2013 – 14.6 million tons, followed by liquid cargo – 11.7 million tons, and general cargo – 4.9 million tons.

The steepest reduction was recorded for bulk cargo – 10.6%, followed by general cargo – 8.2%, and liquid cargo – 4.7%.

As reported, compared to 2011, cargo turnover at Latvian ports rose 9.3% in 2012. Latvian ports handled 75.17 million tons of cargo in 2012, compared to 68.82 million tons in 2011.