The Port of Gothenburg has signed an agreement to acquire land and properties in its outer port area, supporting plans for long-term expansion.
The deal, agreed with real estate company Platzer, includes land, office buildings and water areas, creating potential for approximately 210,000m² of new terminal space. The total transaction value, including the sale of a smaller logistics property at the port entrance, amounts to Skr684m (US$71.7m).
Göran Eriksson, CEO of the Port of Gothenburg, said the acquisition is part of the port’s ongoing development strategy: “The Port of Gothenburg needs to keep growing in the future, and this is a natural step directly adjacent to existing port operations and surrounding logistics infrastructure.”
The investment comes as the port reports steady growth in volumes and aims to strengthen its role in supporting Swedish industry and international trade.
“We are seeing steady volume growth over time, and to support the global competitiveness of Swedish industry, continuous development of the port is required,” Eriksson added.
The expansion follows a long-term westward development of the port that began in the 1970s, including the construction of the Älvsborg ro-ro terminal and subsequent expansion projects such as Arendal 2.
The newly acquired site is located close to ongoing infrastructure developments, including Stena Line’s new ferry terminal, which is scheduled for completion in 2031.
Revenue from existing office properties on the site is expected to support future development of the area.
The transaction is subject to approval by the municipal council, with ownership transfer expected no earlier than the Q4 2026. Detailed development plans for the site will be finalized once the transaction is completed.
The Port of Gothenburg said the acquisition strengthens its position within the Nordic logistics sector and supports continued industrial and logistics growth in the region.
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