The Valencia Containerised Freight Index (VCFI) grows 1.1% in August

This price index is based on the export prices recorded by the Port of Valencia, a benchmark in the world of the Mediterranean Sea container due to its volume. In August, the VCFI stood at 4,919.77 points, accumulating an increase of 391.98% since the beginning of the series in 2018. Fluctuations in maritime transport costs …

Valenciaport, the “magic door” that places Valencian furniture in 120 countries

The furniture industry is one of the most dynamic in the Valencian Community: 1,619 companies are dedicated to the manufacture of furniture and foreign sales have resulted in 159 million euros in the first quarter of 2022. Going abroad is key for this sector In the last 12 months, the Port Authority of Valencia (APV) …

Valenciaport consolidates its position as the best-connected Mediterranean port

Ranked 20th in the world and fourth in Europe according to the data for the second quarter of 2022 of the connectivity index prepared by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) València, August 29h, 2022.- The Port of Valencia has consolidated its position as the best connected port in the Mediterranean according …

Valenciaport takes Valencian and Spanish shoes to five continents

In the last 12 months, the Port Authority of Valencia (APV) has managed 3,004 containers with shoes destined for 71 countries around the world. The maritime connectivity of Valenciaport allows the footwear industry a greater participation in international trade. America is the main importer of Valencian and Spanish shoes: every day 4 containers leave the …

Valenciaport expands its fleet of electric vehicles and recharging points

The Port Authority of Valencia (PAV) has 13 electric vehicles and four hybrid vehicles Valenciaport has installed new charging points for this type of vehicle in its car parks This initiative is part of the Valenciaport 2030, zero emissions commitment València, August 19th, 2022.- The Port Authority of Valencia (PAV) continues to take steps in …

The training frigate ‘Brasil’ calls at the Port of Valencia

The training ship U-27 “Brasil” of the Brazilian Navy has called at the Port of Valencia as part of the Midshipmen’s Training Trip. The aim of the mission is to complement, with practical experience at sea, the training that the future officers of the Marinha do Brasil have accumulated at the Escola Naval, which is …

Valenciaport tribute to Ximo López, one of the last ‘Mestres d’Aixà’

Ximo López pointed out that “together with my great friend José Carrión, we have made many of the models that are now on display at the Port Authority of Valencia”.  Aurelio Martínez presented the ‘Mestre d’Aixà’ with a personalised ‘socarrat’ in recognition of his activity and contribution to Valencian maritime heritage. The Port Authority of …