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title: External conditions impact quarterly results
description: In the first quarter of 2026, Port of Antwerp Bruges handled 65.5 million tons of maritime cargo, a decrease of 3.2% compared to the same period last year.
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# [External conditions impact quarterly results](https://newsroom.portofantwerpbruges.com/en/press-releases/external-conditions-impact-port-of-antwerp-bruges-quarterly-results)

 Written by [Port of Antwerp-Bruges](https://newsroom.portofantwerpbruges.com/en/press-releases/author/port-of-antwerp-bruges) | Apr 23, 2026, 6:00:00 AM

 

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