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HPH Trust (Hutchison Port Holdings) closed the first half of 2026 with upward results, sustained by the expansion of cargo transfer volumes at the Port of Yantian. This favorable record also positively impacted the company's financial results, which saw positive figures despite having lost the concession for two terminals in Panama.
From January to June, the group recorded a 5% increase in container movement, mainly due to the improved performance of Yantian International Container Terminals (YICT).
In detail, YICT registered a 10% increase in volumes compared to the same period in 2025, driven by an increase in full-load exports, incoming empty containers, and transshipment activities. In contrast, the Hong Kong terminals – HIT, Cosco-HIT, and ACT – experienced a 5% drop, mainly due to a decrease in transshipment movements.
The operational growth was also reflected in the financial results. Revenues reached HKD 6.2 billion, a 9.5% increase, while operating profit rose 29.6% to HKD 2.7 billion. Net profit after tax grew 47%, standing at HKD 1.5 billion, while profit attributable to shareholders increased 85%, reaching HKD 490.5 million.
The manager also highlighted an increase in export volumes to the United States (+6%) and Europe (+16%) but stressed that the context continues to be characterized by strong elements of uncertainty.
Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, difficulties related to transits in the Suez Canal, the evolution of US tariff policies, and weak demand in major consumer markets could influence trade flows and profitability in the coming months.
Regarding sustainability, HPH Trust confirmed that it is in line with the goal of reducing emissions intensity by 30% by 2030 and raised its target, now aiming for a 45% reduction by 2035 compared to 2021 levels.
