- Group profit significantly up in Q1 2025 compared to Q1 2024
- Outlook for 2025 unchanged: lower earnings expected in difficult market environment
- Continued focus on Strategy 2030 and rigorous cost management
Hapag-Lloyd has reported a strong financial performance for the first quarter of 2025, signaling a positive start to the year despite persistent global uncertainties and market volatility.
Financial Performance
The company posted an EBITDA of USD 1.1 billion and an EBIT of USD 487 million, showing solid year-on-year growth. Group profit rose to USD 469 million, reflecting a 45% increase compared to the same period last year. These figures underscore the company’s resilience and ability to adapt in a fluctuating market environment.
Operational Highlights
In the core Liner Shipping segment, revenues climbed to USD 5.2 billion, supported by a transport volume of 3.3 million TEU and an average freight rate of USD 1,480 per TEU—both marking an improvement over the previous year.
The Terminal & Infrastructure segment also contributed positively, with an EBITDA of USD 36 million and EBIT of USD 15 million. A key development in this segment was the acquisition of a majority stake in a major terminal in Le Havre, enhancing the company’s strategic presence in the French logistics market.
Strategic Outlook
Hapag-Lloyd continues to execute its Strategy 2030, focusing on operational efficiency and cost reduction. The company is targeting more than USD 1 billion in additional savings over the next 18 months, aiming to strengthen its competitive edge.
Market Challenges Ahead
While the first quarter results are encouraging, the company remains cautious in its outlook for the rest of the year due to geopolitical tensions and trade route disruptions. Full-year EBITDA is projected to range between USD 2.5 to 4.0 billion, with EBIT expectations between USD 0 to 1.5 billion, highlighting the uncertainty ahead.
Overall, Hapag-Lloyd’s Q1 2025 performance demonstrates strong momentum, driven by solid fundamentals and disciplined cost management, positioning the company well for the remainder of the year.
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