The Port of Helsinki is Finland's busiest seaport, handling over 14 million tons of cargo and 12 million passengers annually, making it one of the largest passenger ports in Europe. It consists of multiple terminals, including West Harbour, South Harbour, Vuosaari Harbour, and Katajanokka, each serving different types of traffic such as freight, cruise ships, and ferries. The port plays a crucial role in Finland's trade, with 90% of Finland's maritime passenger traffic and a significant portion of its container shipments passing through it. Vuosaari Harbour, the main cargo terminal, processes over 500,000 TEUs (twenty-foot equivalent units) of containers each year, ensuring efficient logistics for the country.
The webcam shows Helsinki's West Terminal 2 (T2), including the terminal building, ferry operations, and the surrounding harbor area in real time. Viewers can watch ferries arrive and depart, including major routes operated by Tallink Silja and Eckerö Line, which transport passengers and cargo between Finland and Estonia. The webcam captures the busy atmosphere of one of Finland's main passenger ports, showcasing ships boarding and unloading vehicles and travelers. In the background, viewers can see the open sea and nearby islands, adding to the dynamic maritime scenery.