Incheon Port 2025 H1 Volume Down 5.9%: U.S. Tariffs, Slump Cause, H2 Recovery Plan

According to Incheon Port Authority, in the first half of 2025, Incheon Port’s container volume, dropped 5.9%, to 1.68 million TEU. Q1 saw a 7.6% decline, easing in Q2.

U.S. tariffs, global demand slowdown, and fewer port calls, are key causes. A task force, discussed recovery strategies.

For the second half, plans include, targeted marketing to 50 major clients, new U.S. and Southeast Asia routes, and boosting used-car shipments.

President Lee Kyung-kyu, vowed to turn, crisis into opportunity, with public-private efforts.

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