In 2025, the Port of Mombasa handled 2.11 million TEU, a 5.5% increase, with record cargo volumes of 45.45 million tonnes, according to reports.
The Port of Mombasa handled 2.11 million TEU in 2025, up from two million TEU in 2024, marking a 5.5 percent increase, reported London's Port Technology International. Cargo volumes also hit a record 45.45 million tonnes for the year.
Kenya Ports Authority managing director William Ruto said transit cargo rose to 15.88 million tonnes, compared with 13.29 million tonnes in 2024, a gain of 19.5 percent.
All port facilities registered growth, with Lamu showing the sharpest rise. The port handled 799,161 tonnes against 74,380 tonnes the previous year, driven mainly by containerized cargo. Container traffic reached 55,687 TEU.
Capt Ruto said more shipping lines are introducing regular services at Lamu, which should boost volumes further in the coming years.
The inland Port of Kisumu also expanded throughput, processing 496,516 tonnes in 2025 compared with 295,516 tonnes in 2024, a 55 percent increase.
Infrastructure projects are underway to meet rising demand, including berth and yard expansions at berths 19B, 23, and 24, which will add a capacity of 1.4 million TEU.
Capt Ruto said upgrades to the Terminal Operating System are 40 percent complete, while gate automation at gates 23 and 24 has reached 60 percent.
Equipment acquisition and modernization are advancing, alongside industry collaboration to streamline services.
DP World last year launched its Port Community System in Kenya, a step aimed at improving trade efficiency and transparency.
