PSA Group – Top 1 container terminal operator 2025. PSA Management focuses on people, investments and cooperation
By The container terminals operating within the PSA International Pte Ltd (PSA) Group have set a new record for global container throughput. In 2025, 105 million containers, converted to TEUs, were transshipped, the PSA International Management Board announced at the end of January 2026. The PSA Group’s total throughput increased by 5% year-on-year across ports and terminals worldwide in the fiscal year ending December 31, 2025.
The crucial role of people in achieving business success is emphasized throughout. PSA International Group CEO Ong Kim Pong said: “I extend my sincere thanks to our management, employees, and trade unions for their commitment and excellence in execution, which have enabled PSA to achieve solid results and achieve new records in 2025.”
In 2025, it was not possible to shorten the connections between Asia and Western Europe, and liner services mainly ran around Africa. The situation of US terminals on the West Coast was difficult. This was due to high tariffs imposed on the flow of goods between the US and Asian countries, particularly on goods from China. Not only did shipping lines have to adapt to the new geopolitical conditions. Container terminal operators also faced particular challenges at the beginning of 2025.
People and Customer Collaboration
PSA achieved a record-breaking 2024, when it handled over 100 million TEU for the first time. In that year, PSA’s flagship terminal in Singapore recorded record STS transshipment of 40.9 million TEU (+5.5%), while PSA terminals outside Singapore handled 59.2 million TEU (+5.7%). Overall, PSA Group volumes increased by 5.6% in 2024 compared to the previous year.
“With changing global trade patterns and evolving industry dynamics, effective coordination and connectivity between ports and supply chain nodes has never been more important,” emphasized the CEO of PSA International Group. “PSA will continue to expand its global presence and strengthen the structure of port ecosystems, developing capabilities and fostering strategic collaborations to build a resilient network that underpins sustainable international trade.”
A year ago, PSA International Group CEO Peter Voser explained the reasons for the increase in transshipment at container terminals: “2024 was a year of steady recovery for the global economy, shaped by ongoing geopolitical conflicts, trade tensions, national elections, fiscal pressures, and interest rate fluctuations.”
In this complex environment, the Group’s marketers struggled to capture the market and strengthen its container network, which had to adapt to the disruptions caused by tariff wars and non-tariff measures. Disruptions on major liner routes created additional uncertainty about the future of container traffic flows and volumes, and the resilience of economies to government measures.
Summarizing the 2024 results, Peter Voser offered a very cautious outlook: “Looking ahead, we anticipate continued economic uncertainty.” He emphasized the important role of people and partners in achieving success, because “However, thanks to the commitment of our team and the constant support of our clients, partners and colleagues, we are confident in our ability to cope with any adversities that may arise.”
Investments and Diversification
The Group has prioritized the development and diversification of its services, as exemplified by the construction of Terminal T3 at the Baltic Hub and the T5 wind farm service station in Gdańsk. “As part of PSA’s diverse portfolio, encompassing ports, supply chain solutions, the maritime sector, and digital businesses, we remain committed to working closely with our stakeholders to enhance the resilience and sustainability of global trade,” said Peter Voser, CEO of PSA International Group, a year ago.
This strategy has led to transshipment volumes exceeding 10 million TEU at the Port of Tuas, the world’s largest automated container terminal, which opened in September 2022. The Group is pursuing a strategic goal of transferring terminal operations to the new port. Upon completion, scheduled for 2040, Tuas Port will have a transshipment capacity of 65 million TEU.
This capacity will be almost double the 37.5 million TEU handled in 2021. By comparison, Pasir Panjang Terminal has 37 quays and an annual throughput capacity of 34 million TEU. Once completed, Tuas Port will cover an area of approximately 1,337 hectares (approximately 3,300 football fields, according to PSA’s management). It will have 66 quays spanning 26 km. The port will be able to handle the largest container ships.
Record-breaking Singapore
PSA’s flagship terminal in Singapore also set a new record in 2025. Between ships and quays, STS cranes handled 44.5 million TEU, an increase of over 8%. Terminals outside Singapore contributed an additional 60.4 million TEU, a 2% increase, strengthening the holding’s overall growth momentum.
“The PSA International Board of Directors extends its sincerest thanks to the management, employees, and trade unions for their continuous commitment to excellence, as well as to partners and customers for their continued trust and valued collaboration with PSA,” the PSA Board emphasized in this year’s announcement.
Peter Voser, Chairman of the Board of PSA International, said: “In 2025, the global economy continued to grapple with persistent geopolitical instability, trade pressures, technological disruption, and climate change.” Terminal turnover in some markets was impacted by the Suez Canal blockage, restrictions on traffic in the Panama Canal, and the need to change liner services due to the high tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump and the governments that responded to these restrictions.
“In overcoming these challenges, the Group achieved commendable record levels of container throughput, made possible by close collaboration with our customers, partners, and associates. In the face of the constant evolution of globalization and pervasive uncertainty, PSA is driven by an unwavering determination to adapt and chart a course for the future. Thanks to the decisive commitment of our teams and the enduring resilience of our diverse portfolio, spanning ports, supply chain solutions, maritime services, and digital solutions, PSA is committed to creating exceptional value for our customers and partners and improving trade flows worldwide,” said Peter Voser.
PSA is pursuing a number of global projects and is building its growth on strengthening long-term concessions. Strategic operations are being implemented in virtually all major trade destinations, including Central Europe. Recent investments and contracts strengthen the PSA Group’s position as a leading port operator, including in Turkey, Colombia, and Saudi Arabia.