Efficient operations
at the port

Finnsteve companies, comprising Finnsteve, Containersteve and FS-Terminals, are responsible for Finnlines Group’s port operations. Finnsteve is a major port operator that is focused on unitised cargo services for scheduled liner traffic at the ports of Helsinki, Turku and Naantali.

During 2025, emphasis was placed on improving operations through personnel, equipment, and software development. The company actively contributed to Finland’s security of supply preparedness and strengthened its crisis resilience through joint exercises and enhanced emergency procedures. The year also saw several IT-related development projects reach their implementation phase, with multiple further initiatives ongoing across the organisation.

Financial and operational performance

In 2025, Finnlines’ port operations generated revenues of EUR 42.3 (44.2 in 2024) million. During the year, Finnsteve companies handled approximately 185,000 ro-ro units, 70,000 containers and 83,000 cars and other driveables.

Operational optimisation and development

To support the energy transition in sea transport, Finnsteve took on a pioneering role as the first Finnish port operator to invest in three fully electric straddle carriers and their charging infrastructure, while continuing to expand its electric vehicle fleet. The delivery of the new straddle carriers is scheduled for 2026 in Vuosaari terminal. In addition, four new empty container handlers were also procured. The new machinery plays a significant role in ensuring the environmentally friendly and efficient operations provided by the company.

The company has several ongoing projects regarding digital solutions and infrastructures. Finnlines Gateway, a joint project between Finnlines and Finnsteve, was launched in 2025 and is ready for implementation in early 2026. Gateway will enable 24/7 gate service for trailer customers visiting the Vuosaari terminal. The new service brings booking, port and driver processes into one integrated environment. This supports efficiency, safety and sustainability, while enhancing service predictability and transparency for customers. Operational development has also focused strongly on work efficiency. In 2025, the productivity per working hour increased when compared to the previous year. Both external and internal audits were conducted with a particular emphasis
on occupational safety.

Port operations in Helsinki, Turku and Naantali

The main services include ro-ro and lo-lo stevedoring, a stuffing terminal for roro units and containers, container depot operations and warm storage. The objective is to optimise cargo handling and ensure smooth, high quality and reliable port operations. This strategy is supported by continuous investments in operational quality including modern and efficient systems, highly motivated personnel, and energy-efficient machinery.

The Vuosaari Harbour in Helsinki, where Finnsteve conducts the majority of its operations, is an efficient, worldclass terminal with modern and advanced infrastructure. Vuosaari is well connected both by sea and by road, supported by Ring III’s access to the main road network. Finnsteve mainly operates in the West Harbour in Turku. It also has operations in the Turku Base port and in Naantali. Naantali operations provide services to the Group’s traffic between Naantali, Långnäs and Kapellskär.