Chancellor Friedrich Merz completed his inaugural visit to the Bremen Senate last Tuesday and used the opportunity to also gain a sense of the capabilities of the Bremen ports at the BLG AutoTerminal and the Eurogate Container Terminal Bremerhaven.
The focus of the visit was the importance of seaports for the German economy, the energy transition, and security of supply. Chancellor Friedrich Merz:
“I am
impressed by the capabilities of this site. The Port of Bremerhaven is indispensable for global trade and a strategically important place – not only for Germany, but for the entire European Union. Moreover, it is a significant employer in the region and makes a substantial contribution to the economic strength of our country. Our export economy would not be conceivable without efficient ports like Bremerhaven.”
Briefings were given on the automotive throughput at the BLG AutoTerminal Bremerhaven, one of Europe’s largest automotive terminals, and on container throughput, which plays a central role in Bremerhaven.
Future challenges
During the visit, the Chancellor discussed with representatives of the port industry current challenges and future prospects. In particular, the importance of sustainable and adequate financing of port infrastructure by the federal government and
the states was emphasized. Matthias Magnor, Chairman of BLG Logistic:
“The visit of the Chancellor is a strong signal for our site and the entire port industry. The automotive throughput at the BLG AutoTerminal Bremerhaven is a significant driver of value creation and employment – far beyond the region. We welcome the open exchange and the attention that port infrastructure and its challenges have received
