Rotterdam is the best port in Europe for the 22nd time in succession

The port of Rotterdam has been voted best port in Europe for the 22nd time in succession by the readers of the magaz¬ine Cargonews Asia. Moreover, ECT was chosen as Europe’s best container terminal. The corresponding Asian Freight & Supply Chain Awards are considered to be highly prestigious in Asia. This is particularly due to the fact that they are awarded by the users of logistic services. Asia-Rotterdam Rotterdam is by far the most important European port for cargo from and to Asia. In 2006, this trade showed strong growth. Asia exports to Rotterdam were 42 million tons (+15%) and eastbound 23.9 million tons (-1%) were shipped. The market share of Asia in Rotterdam’s total is 17%.
Trade includes all possible goods: oils, fuels, minerals, coal and cokes, agricultural products, waste paper and other recyclables, cars, much chemicals and very large amounts of (containerized) general cargo. Since 1995 Asia is the most important shipping area for the Rot¬terdam container port, with 4.8 million TEUs in 2007, representing a share of at least 45% in the Rotterdam total.
Asian Freight & Supply Chain Award
The Asian Freight & Supply Chain Award has been presented for the 22nd time by Cargonews Asia. This Hong Kong magazine is published once a fortnight. It  has a circulation of over 13,000 and is one of the most authoritative media, also via internet, in the Far East when it comes to transport and logistics.