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title: Geopolitical and macroeconomic context weighs heavy on quarterly Port of Antwerp-Bruges figures
description: The total throughput of Port of Antwerp-Bruges amounted to 68.7 million metric tonnes in the first quarter, a drop of 4.5% compared with the same period last year. This decline is due to the still complex geopolitical and macroeconomic context, which has led to a decline in the container segment and significant shifts in cargo flows. To keep responding to these demands, the port is committed to sustainable growth together with new and existing pioneers.
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# [Geopolitical and macroeconomic context weighs heavy on quarterly Port of Antwerp-Bruges figures](https://newsroom.portofantwerpbruges.com/en/press-releases/geopolitical-and-macroeconomic-context-weighs-heavy-on-quarterly-port-of-antwerp-bruges-figures)

 Written by [Port of Antwerp-Bruges](https://newsroom.portofantwerpbruges.com/en/press-releases/author/port-of-antwerp-bruges) | Apr 18, 2024, 6:15:00 AM

 

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