Port traffic in Huelva reaches 14.4 million tonnes between January and June, with a 2.15% growth in liquid bulk, which now accounts for 75% of the total.
The Port of Huelva has closed the first half of 2026 with a total cargo traffic exceeding 14.4 million tonnes. Although the overall volume shows a slight decrease of 0.4% compared to the same period last year, liquid bulk continues to be the main driver of port activity, with a growth of 2.15% bringing it close to 11 million tonnes.
According to data provided by the Port Authority of Huelva, between January and June, 10.8 million tonnes of liquid bulk were handled, consolidating this type of cargo as the backbone of the Huelva enclave. This segment now represents nearly 75% of the total port traffic and maintains a positive trend mainly due to the increase in fuel movement.
The Port Authority emphasizes that the new infrastructures designed for cargo handling will help strengthen the port's competitiveness and promote its growth in the coming years. These facilities are intended to optimize logistics and attract new cargo flows.
In contrast, the international geopolitical context has weighed down other types of traffic. Solid bulk decreased by 7.6% to 2.5 million tonnes, while general cargo fell by 8.2%, with a volume exceeding 885,000 tonnes. The Port Authority attributes these declines to global trade tensions and uncertainty in commodity markets.
In the container segment, the Huelva port handled over 60,400 TEUs during the first half, while the Intermodal Transport Units of rolling cargo exceeded 14,400 units. These figures reflect diversified activity, although with uneven results depending on the segment.
One of the most striking figures pertains to the movement of cars, which experienced a 74% increase compared to the same period last year, with over 26,500 vehicles transported as cargo. This strong growth consolidates the Port of Huelva as a significant logistics node for the automotive industry in the southwestern peninsula.
For the residents of the province of Huelva, the evolution of the port has a direct impact on employment and the local economy. Port activity generates thousands of jobs, both direct and indirect, and its dynamism is key for sectors such as chemicals, energy, and logistics. Furthermore, the planned investments in infrastructure for the coming years promise to enhance connectivity and competitiveness of the enclave.
The Port Authority expects to close the year with a positive balance, supported by the forecast of maintaining liquid bulk and the potential recovery of other traffics if the international context improves. For now, the results of the first half confirm the upward trend in the movement of fuels and vehicles, two pillars that support the activity of the Huelva port.
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