Gibraltar Port registered 477 refueling contacts in September of this year, which represents an 11% increase compared to 431 contacts in September 2022. This is the highest number of refueling contacts in September since 2021. However, the number of contacts has only increased by one compared to August.
Refueling Contact Trends in the First Nine Months of 2026
In the first nine months of 2026, Gibraltar Port successfully recorded 4,286 refueling contacts, which is 11% more than the same period last year. This number is the highest level of refueling contacts since the beginning of 2021. Additionally, monthly refueling contacts in 2026 have exceeded the five-year average from 2021 to 2025 in all months except January. Specifically, the September contacts were significantly higher than the five-year average of 386 contacts.
Increase in Cruise Ship Contacts
In addition to refueling contacts, Gibraltar Port also recorded 22 cruise ship contacts in September, an increase from 17 contacts in August. In total, the port has experienced 166 cruise ship contacts in the first nine months of 2026, showing an increase compared to 145 contacts in the same period last year. This upward trend in cruise ship contacts could contribute to the region's economic improvement and increased tourism activities at the port.
Ultimately, Gibraltar Port, considering the increase in refueling and cruise ship contacts, seems poised to remain an important hub for fuel supply and maritime services in the region, potentially aiding local economic growth.
