Port of Grenaa solid and satisfactory financial results for 2025, confirming a healthy and robust core business. Revenue totaled DKK 86.7 million, while profit after tax for the year amounted to DKK 9.4 million. The results were presented on Monday, April 27, 2026, at Port of Grenaa’s annual general meeting.
“Following an exceptional 2024, it is very satisfying that we are maintaining a high level of activity in 2025 and delivering solid results. This confirms that our business rests on a strong and stable foundation. It is important to note that the record result for 2024 was influenced, among other things, by a one-time extraordinary revenue item,” says Bent Hansen, Chairman of the Board at Port of Grenaa.
He also points out that this result was achieved during a period marked by geopolitical uncertainty and stricter requirements for both operations and resilience.
“We operate in a market characterized by greater unpredictability. That is precisely why it is important that we remain financially strong and run our business in a responsible and thoughtful manner,” he adds.
High Activity and Major Investments
2025 has been marked by high activity across the port’s business areas, with the bulk sector in particular contributing positively through increased activity throughout the year.
Henrik Carstensen, director of Port of Grenaa, also highlights significant investments made during the year:
“In 2025, we completed the largest machinery investment in the port’s history with the arrival of our new Mantsinen crane. It boosts both our capacity and efficiency while supporting our green transition through the crane’s dual-power solution.”
In addition, there has been ongoing investment in the maintenance and development of the port’s physical infrastructure—initiatives that are essential for ensuring stable operations and maintaining competitiveness.
“Our sound financial position allows us to continuously develop and maintain the port area. This is essential for ensuring stable operations and enabling us to be a strong partner for our customers,” explains Henrik Carstensen.
Strategy for 2030 Sets the Course
2025 has also been an important strategic year for the Port of Grenaa. A new corporate strategy for 2030 was approved in November and sets a clear course for the port’s development.
“We are in a strong position and have set a clear course for the coming years. Our ambition remains to be a leader in bulk, recycling, and resource management, and we expect increased activity in offshore wind in the coming years,” says Chairman of the Board Bent Hansen, adding:
“We have a clear goal of delivering an even stronger port by 2030. This requires us to evolve—through partnerships, green transition, and new business areas. At the same time, we want to strengthen our role as a regional driving force—including through the development of our subsidiaries Sydhavnen and Anholt Port for the benefit of the business community, the local area, and tourism.”
In 2025, the Port of Grenaa was once again recertified under ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 without any nonconformities, underscoring its continued focus on quality, the environment, and occupational health and safety. ESG and sustainability are integrated into both daily operations and long-term development.
Demand is straining capacity
At the same time, the continued high level of activity means that the Port of Grenaa is experiencing such high demand that capacity is under pressure—particularly in terms of space.
“We are seeing growing demand and significant potential—particularly in offshore wind and green energy. That is why we are working hard to secure new areas outside the existing port area,” says Henrik Carstensen.
He also points to a general trend in the industry toward more strategic collaborations and partnerships between ports.
Optimism and Expectations for 2026
Grenaa Port expects activity to remain high in 2026 and anticipates a solid financial result, even though the world is marked by uncertainty that may make it difficult to predict major projects.
“We continue to budget conservatively, but see good opportunities in the market. With a strong foundation, talented employees, and close relationships with customers and partners, we are well-positioned for future growth,” concludes Chairman of the Board Bent Hansen.
In 2025, the Port of Grenaa also celebrated its 25th anniversary as a public limited company—an event that brought together residents, partners, and stakeholders and underscored the port’s importance to the local community and the municipality.
Composition of the Board of Directors
The Board of Directors of the Port of Grenaa consists of a total of nine members:
- Three owner representatives appointed by the municipal council of Norddjurs Municipality
- Five members with a master's degree in business administration
- One member has been nominated by the Trade Union Confederation (FH) of East Jutland
Following the annual general meeting, the board of directors consists of:
Bent Hansen, Chairman, Business Insight
Laura Hay Uggla, Vice Chair, Business Insights
Jørgen O. M. Laursen, business acumen
Lene S. Sørensen, Business Insight
Jens Meilvang, business insight
Daniel Isak Dallerup, FH East Jutland
Lars Møller (S), appointed by the municipal council of Norddjurs Municipality
Martin Raghner (K), appointed by the municipal council of Norddjurs Municipality, newly elected
Sebastian Halkjær-Grauert (LA), appointed by the municipal council of Norddjurs Municipality, newly elected
From left to right: Henrik Carstensen, Daniel Isak Dallerup, Lars Møller, Jørgen O.M. Laursen, Laura Hay Uggla, Bent Hansen, Lene S. Sørensen, Martin Raghner, Sebastian Halkjær-Grauert, and Jens Meilvang.
