Over 135 Million Tons of Goods Through Seaports in First Two Months of the Year

According to forecasts from the Vietnam Maritime and Inland Waterway Authority (Ministry of Construction), the volume of goods through seaports in Q1/2025 is expected to reach nearly 207 million tons, an increase of 4% compared to the same period in 2023. Notably, the Ba Ria – Vung Tau seaport area has recorded superior growth and leads the country in cargo volume. This trend is creating significant opportunities for international shipping and logistics companies to expand their operations.#Vietnam Freight forwarder#freight forwarding#cargo courier service#international shipping companies#shipping service company

In the first quarter of 2025, the amount of goods passing through the country’s seas is forecast to reach nearly 207 million tons, an increase of 4%; Of which, in the first 2 months of the year alone, output reached 135.38 million tons and increased 9% in the same period.

In the first two months of 2025, the volume of goods through the country’s seaports reached 135.38 million tons, an increase of about 9% compared to the same period. Of this, exports reached 31.376 million tons (up 1%), imports reached 42.158 million tons (up 8%), and notably domestic cargo increased strongly by 15%, reaching 61.333 million tons. Freight service providers are taking advantage of this opportunity to expand their transportation networks and optimize supply chains.#Vietnam Freight forwarder#freight forwarding#cargo courier service#international shipping companies#shipping service company

Measured in TEU (20-foot containers), cargo volume reached 4.808 million TEUs, an 18% increase compared to the same period in 2024. Notably, imports increased by 16% (reaching 1.591 million TEUs), exports increased by 5% (reaching 1.487 million TEUs), and domestic cargo saw an outstanding increase of 35% (reaching 1.731 million TEUs). This growth is driving demand for professional cargo logistics services to ensure goods are transported safely and on time.#Vietnam Freight forwarder#freight forwarding#cargo courier service#international shipping companies#shipping service company

The regions with the highest volume of goods through seaports in the country include Ho Chi Minh City (up 13.53%), Ba Ria – Vung Tau (up 10%), and Hai Phong (up 2.79%). Additionally, many ports in Hue, Nghe An, Quang Ngai, Binh Thuan, Dong Nai, and Can Tho also recorded impressive growth rates of 14-49%. Many businesses providing shipping service companies are adjusting their strategies to focus on high-growth areas.#Vietnam Freight forwarder#freight forwarding#cargo courier service#international shipping companies#shipping service company

For container cargo, the regions with the largest throughput include Vung Tau (up 18%), Ho Chi Minh City (up 7.34%), and Hai Phong (up 6.86%). Notably, Dong Thap recorded an increase of up to 63%, Quang Nam increased by 30.06%, Da Nang by 13%, Can Tho by 16%, and Dong Nai by 7%. This shows a more even distribution of cargo flows, opening opportunities for logistics companies in many localities.#Vietnam Freight forwarder#freight forwarding#cargo courier service#international shipping companies#shipping service company

Ba Ria – Vung Tau is leading the country in cargo volume through seaports with an estimated volume of over 21 million tons in the first three months of 2025. This area not only maintains an important position in the logistics industry but is also a bright spot in the recovery of Vietnam’s seaport industry. Many global transport companies are increasing investment in infrastructure and transportation vehicles to meet the growing demand in this area.#Vietnam Freight forwarder#freight forwarding#cargo courier service#international shipping companies#shipping service company

With these impressive growth figures and comprehensive investment planning, Vietnam’s seaport industry is making solid progress, making an important contribution to the country’s economic development. Freight and logistics companies now have a major opportunity to expand services, enhance competitiveness, and participate more deeply in global supply chains. To maximize this potential, close coordination between the government and businesses is needed in infrastructure investment, technology modernization, and improving logistics service quality, with the goal of making Vietnam an important logistics hub in the region.

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