BAKU, Azerbaijan, December 18. Baku
International Sea Trade Port has reached a historic milestone, with
its annual container throughput surpassing 100,000 TEU for the
first time, Trend
reports.
During a media tour of the port, officials highlighted that this
achievement reflects the efficiency of the unified transport
management system established after the port was merged with
Azerbaijan Railways CJSC following a presidential decree on
February 25, 2025. The integration of port and railway operations
has accelerated cargo handling and optimized logistic routes. The
operation of the Unified Transit Center, where multiple agencies
and forwarding companies collaborate, has further enhanced the
speed and efficiency of port operations, supporting continuous
growth in cargo throughput.
Baku Port serves as a key hub for the region and the Middle
Corridor (also known as the Trans-Caspian International Transport
Route), holding a strategic position on trade and logistics maps.
In a period of reshaping global supply chains, the Middle Corridor
has become one of the safest, most flexible, and shortest transit
routes connecting Asia and Europe. With advanced infrastructure,
technical capabilities, and skilled professionals, Baku Port
contributes significantly to regional logistics development. It is
also the first port in the region to hold the “EcoPort”
certification, ensuring operations meet international environmental
standards and promoting sustainable transit along the corridor.
Meanwhile, the port handled over 40,000 TEU containers in 2020,
rising to nearly 77,000 TEU in 2024, a growth of approximately 90%
or nearly double. Surpassing the 100,000 TEU mark this year
underscores the port’s operational efficiency and sets the stage
for even higher throughput forecasts in the coming year.
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