Port of Tallinn

AS Tallinna Sadam (Port of Tallinn) is Estonia’s largest cargo and passenger port complex, playing a vital role in the country’s transport system and overall economy. Considering both passenger numbers and cargo volumes, it is also one of the largest port complexes on the Baltic Sea.

Since June 13, 2018, AS Tallinna Sadam has been a publicly traded company listed on the Nasdaq Tallinn Stock Exchange.

Shareholders:

67% Republic of Estonia

33% Investment funds, pension funds, and retail investors

The state-owned enterprise Port of Tallinn was established in April 1992. Its strategic goal is to enhance the competitiveness of Estonia as a maritime nation.

Core Business Areas:

Cargo handling and related operations

Passenger services and ferry operations

Shipping

Real estate development

The Port of Tallinn does not include all ports along Tallinn Bay or within the city limits. Some of its facilities are located far outside the city.

Estonia has always been closely tied to maritime trade, and Tallinn’s development has been directly linked to its port—and vice versa. Tallinn’s favorable harbor location was recognized as early as the 10th century, with evidence of seafaring dating back to the 7th century BCE. Though the history of Tallinn’s ports spans millennia, the company AS Tallinna Sadam is relatively young.

The state-owned Port of Tallinn was founded in April 1992. In 1996, it was reorganized into a joint-stock company wholly owned by the Republic of Estonia.

Tallinna Sadam is one of those ancient harbors whose history can be measured in millennia—though no one today can say exactly how many.

In addition, the company owns the industrial parks of Muuga and Paldiski South Port.