A delegation comprising managing directors and key personnel from six major ports in the Southwestern part of Finland, headed by Mr. Anders Ahlvik, MD of Port of Hanko, visited Drogheda Port on the Irish east coast on Tuesday, 26th of September.
The purpose of the visit was to explore new avenues for trade facilitation and deepen maritime partnerships between Finland and Ireland.
The visit was also attended by government officials from the Finnish Embassy in Dublin, Deputy Head of Mission Saara Heinola, and Intern Reetta Pirttikoski, along with industry leaders and manufacturers from companies such as Mantsinen and Mecalift. The welcome party comprised of Drogheda Port Company Chairman Dr. Joe Hiney, Harbourmaster Captain Laurence Kirwan, and President of the Drogheda Chamber of Commerce, Mr. Hubert Murphy.
"aiming to deepen maritime partnerships between Finland and Ireland"
Captain Laurence Kirwan expressed his enthusiasm with the visit, stating, "We were delighted to welcome the delegation from the Southwest Ports of Finland. This visit underscores the importance of international collaboration in the maritime industry. We look forward to exploring new avenues for growth and development together."
The visit of the Southwest Ports of Finland delegation to Irish ports, and in particular Drogheda Port, symbolises the strong historical ties and shared commitment to sustainable maritime development between Finland and Ireland. Drogheda Port says it is pivotal in the maritime collaboration between Finland and Ireland, as these six ports handle one-third of the total movement of goods by Finnish ports both domestically and internationally.
