Ein Containerschiff fährt auf der Elbe, umgeben von Möwen. Sonnenlicht spiegelt sich auf dem Wasser, im Hintergrund ist der Hamburger Hafen zu sehen.
A group of Hamburg Port Authority (HPA) employees stand in front of the company headquarters, a historic brick building in Hamburg's Hafencity.
HPA, Sebastian Engels

About us: HPA - We make port!

Welcome to the information blog of the Hamburg Port Authority (HPA)! Here you can find out all about current developments, background information and analyses on sediment management and the tidal port of Hamburg. Our goal: to keep the port safely and efficiently accessible for shipping at all times.
 

Our task: An efficient infrastructure for the Port of Hamburg

As an institution under public law, the HPA is affiliated with the Authority for Economics and Innovation. With almost 2,000 employees, we ensure the maintenance and further development of the port infrastructure in Hamburg. This includes maintaining the port facilities and ensuring the water depths required for smooth shipping traffic. By the way: We are looking to strengthen our team! Click here for our job offers.

Flexible sediment management for a sustainable tidal port

The tidal port of Hamburg is subject to natural currents, tides and nautical challenges. That is why we rely on an innovative and flexible management system for water depth maintenance. We develop sustainable solutions to reduce the amount of sediment that needs to be dredged from the port each year.</p

Tidal Elbe information blog of the HPA: Our offer for you

Whether above water or under water - we keep you up to date on the tidal port of Hamburg. In addition to the background reports, you will always find the latest tidal data, a glossary on the topic as well as reports, expert opinions, analyses and brochures to download on our information blog. Do you have any questions? Discover our FAQ or get in direct contact with us.

We appreciate your interest. Join us on our journey to shape and promote the Port of Hamburg in a sustainable and future-proof way!