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The Contship Group achieved positive business results in 2025, further advancing its growth strategy. According to the published annual report from EUROKAI, the group closed the year with a net revenue of EUR 293 million, representing an increase of 10.9% compared to the previous year. This development reflects the resilience of the integrated business model as well as the effectiveness of the strategic orientation.
Tommaso Ferrario, CFO of Contship, stated: “2025 marks another step on the group’s solid and steady growth path: Contship has further strengthened its intermodal activities and significantly improved maritime terminal operations. Performance was supported by both maritime and inland terminals as well as intermodal transport. On a consolidated basis, net profit increased by 16.7%.”
Key developments in 2025
In the maritime segment, led by the La Spezia Container Terminal, revenue growth was recorded, confirming the robustness of the operating model and the strategic importance of the Port of La Spezia within global logistics corridors. This achievement was accomplished despite temporary operational constraints, such as the partial closure of the Fornelli Pier for safety works and the redesign of global shipping alliances. To address these challenges, the terminal ensured operational continuity and effectively managed the transition phase, limiting the impact on overall freight volumes to marginal levels. Concurrently, infrastructure developments were advanced, with preparatory work on the new Ravano Terminal—part of a comprehensive investment plan for modernization and capacity expansion—continuing.
In the intermodal segment, which includes Sogemar, Hannibal, Oceanogate, Rail Hub Milano, and driveMybox, the fifth consecutive year of operational growth was recorded. This confirms the strength of the group’s integrated model, despite the infrastructural challenges in the sector. This growth was also supported by new services and the strengthening of national and European connections.
The group’s structure was strengthened by the acquisition of the STS Group completed in June 2025, which expanded Contship’s customs services offering. The number of employees rose to 1,150 by the end of the year, attributed to new hires and the integration of 96 employees from the STS Group.
Throughout the year, the group also advanced its sustainability strategy „Moves That Matter,“ which aligns with the principles of the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive. This further integrated ESG criteria into the governance and development structure.
Strategic orientation and future outlook
Matthieu Gasselin (photo), CEO of Contship, emphasized:
“The commencement of operations at the Damietta Terminal, the initiation of expansion works in La Spezia in the second half of the year, and continued investments in intermodal logistics represent important drivers for the group’s growth and value creation. At the same time, we are actively exploring new opportunities that align with our long-term vision to further strengthen our position in strategic sectors.”
For the future, the group plans to advance its digital transformation, with targeted initiatives in artificial intelligence and predictive analytics aimed at improving operational efficiency and customer service. Contship’s strategic focus remains on sustainable, integrated growth, expanding capabilities along the logistics chain while maintaining direct control over key strategic assets. This is intended to strengthen resilience and solidify the competitive position in key European and global trade corridors.
