Freeport of Riga

The Freeport of Riga is the largest port in Latvia and one of the most important ports in the Baltic Sea region. Located at the mouth of the Daugava River, the port handles various types of cargo — containers, bulk, general, liquid cargo, and passenger services.

Key Figures

• Over 2,494 vessels served annually
• 16.8 million tonnes cargo turnover
• 270+ companies in the port territory
• 35 cargo terminals
• 29 ship agents
• 4,000+ employees
• 85 cruise ship visits
• EUR 190+ million contribution to Latvia's GDP

Infrastructure

The port aquatory covers a 10 nautical mile radius from the Daugavgrīva beacon. Three main shipping channels: the main entrance from the reception buoy through the Daugava River to Vanšu Bridge, the Mīlgrāvis Canal, and the Sarkandaugava Canal.

Special Economic Zone

The Freeport of Riga offers special economic zone advantages — tax incentives, investment opportunities, and free business territories. Active development projects at Kundziņsala and Krievu sala.

Sustainable Development

The port implements a "Green Port" initiative. Discounts for vessels with LNG, methanol, ammonia, or hydrogen engines (10% discount), Green Award certificate holders (5% discount).