News / HHLA launches transformation of Trieste terminal into ro-ro and box hub

The push for Adriatic container ports to compete with North European terminals for market share in Central and Eastern Europe took another step forward this week.

Hamburg terminal operator HHLA completed its acquisition of a majority stake in Trieste multipurpose terminal Piattaforma Logistica Trieste, which will be will be transformed into a joint ro-ro and container operation.

The terminal has been rebranded as HHLA PLT Italy and a 35-metre wide ramp is already operating, able to handle the largest ro-ro vessel in the ...