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The Senator for Economic Affairs of Hamburg (Germany), Melanie Leonhard, welcomed the Minister of Infrastructure of Estonia, Kuldar Leis, along with a delegation representing the port sector, the logistics sector, and political institutions. During the visit, the Hamburg Port Authority (HPA), Port of Hamburg Marketing (HHM), and the Port of Tallinn signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) to strengthen their cooperation.
The agreement focuses on digitalization, sustainability, resilient supply chains, and the continuous development of secure and efficient port and transport infrastructure throughout the Baltic Sea region.
Melanie Leonhard stated that "Hamburg and Estonia share a vision for the future: both are committed to digital innovation, robust ports, and secure supply chains. Especially in times of global uncertainty, the importance of reliable alliances in the Baltic region is becoming increasingly evident."
"Today, ports are much more than transshipment hubs: they are centers for data, energy, and international cooperation. By signing this agreement, we are strengthening an alliance that drives innovation and, at the same time, enhances the resilience of our infrastructure," Leonhard affirmed.
Kuldar Leis commented that "for centuries, the Baltic Sea has connected Estonia and Germany. Today's visit has given new practical impetus to this cooperation. Through the ports of Hamburg and Lübeck, we are better connected to Germany, Europe's largest economy, and from there to the wider European markets."
"At the same time, the Estonian maritime sector offers digital solutions that make freight transport faster, cleaner, and more efficient. The agreements signed today will create new opportunities for our companies, boost trade, and strengthen our economies," Leis added.
The agreement builds on the existing cooperation between the ports of Tallinn and Hamburg and deepens these ties in a specific way. Special emphasis will be placed on the digitalization of port and logistics processes, decarbonization, security and resilience, as well as the development of efficient transport corridors throughout the Baltic Sea region.
Valdo Kalm, CEO of the Port of Tallinn, stated that "for the Port of Tallinn, the German ports of Hamburg and Lübeck are key strategic partners with considerable potential for closer cooperation. A significant volume of cargo between Estonia and Germany is already handled through the ports of Muuga and Paldiski South, in both Ro-Ro and container traffic."
"These connections create important logistical bridges between Estonia, the main logistics centers of Northern and Western Europe, and the main ports of Germany. Closer cooperation opens new opportunities in trade, the cruise sector, and port development. At the same time, it provides a valuable basis for the exchange of specialized knowledge in digitalization and cybersecurity, key issues for the resilience and security of modern supply chains," said Kalm.
Friedrich Stuhrmann, Commercial Director of the Hamburg Port Authority, indicated that "I am pleased that today we are further strengthening the long-standing collaboration between the Port of Hamburg and the Port of Tallinn. More than ever, the importance of international cooperation has become evident, whether through multilateral collaboration at the European level or bilateral alliances. This letter of intent lays the groundwork for future cooperation between both ports, not only in traditional commercial areas but also in relation to current challenges such as cybersecurity and military mobility."
"Estonia is an important partner for the Port of Hamburg. Trade relations are developing positively, and given the growing importance of critical infrastructure, resilient supply chains, and sustainable energy and transport systems, these ties gain greater strategic relevance. With this letter of intent, we establish a new framework for this cooperation," stated Hendrik Meyn, Executive Director of Port of Hamburg Marketing.
Source: PortalPortuario
