In 2021, the Port achieved a 9% increase in its traffic and broke its historic container record with nearly 1.5 million TEU. This performance is based on a 20% increase in areas specifically developed for logistics with greater respect for the environment thanks to the rail modal shift – some 220,000 containers were transported by rail this year, which is also a record.
Elisabeth Ayrault, Chairwoman of the Port of Marseille Fos Supervisory Board: ‘These results confirm the Port of Marseille Fos’s position as the southern Gateway to Europe to conquer its hinterland. The Port of Marseille Fos’s destiny to become the bridgehead of the Mediterranean Rhône Saône axis has reoriented thinking on flow development. The Port of Marseille Fos’s rail and river connections play a fundamental role in this and will need to be developed. This axis vision offers significant opportunities in containers, logistics, industry, energy, and digital transition. The Port of Marseille Fos is on the path to accomplish this mammoth project which will enable it to position itself as a real alternative to the northern European ports.’
Hervé Martel, Chairman of the Port of Marseille Fos’s Board of Directors: ‘In 2021, 9% growth is expected in the Port of Marseille Fos’s maritime traffic, bringing its overall volume to 75 million tonnes of goods handled, representing 162 million euros, an 11% growth in its turnover. With a record of nearly 1.5 million TEU, the Port of Marseille Fos has demonstrated resilience and a high level of service. It also pursued energy and digital transitions with projects on hydrogen and submarine cables. Finally, structuring projects to open the Port up to its region have been launched.’
