Shore Power Implementation at APM Terminals Maasvlakte II Set for 2028, Targeting Major CO2 Reductions

Shore Power Implementation at APM Terminals Maasvlakte II Set for 2028, Targeting Major CO2 Reductions

(IN BRIEF) APM Terminals Maasvlakte II (APMT MVII) has announced plans to install shore power at its terminal by 2028, marking a significant advancement in sustainability efforts at the Port of Rotterdam. This initiative, developed in partnership with Rotterdam Shore Power, aims to supply sea-going vessels with clean energy while docked, resulting in an anticipated reduction of nearly 7,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions annually. The shore power implementation will also decrease nitrogen and particulate emissions, with vessels using approximately 13,000 MWh of power each year. The facility is expected to be operational before the European regulations requiring shore power for container ships by 2030. Harold Kunst, CEO of APMT MVII, emphasized that this project aligns with their goal of becoming a sustainable gateway to Europe, while officials from Rotterdam Shore Power highlighted its significance in reducing emissions. APMT MVII currently operates as a CO2 emission-free terminal, utilizing energy-efficient technologies and practices.

(PRESS RELEASE) ROTTERDAM, 14-Oct-2024 — /EuropaWire/ — APM Terminals Maasvlakte II (APMT MVII) is set to enhance its sustainability efforts by equipping its terminal with shore power by 2028. This initiative marks a significant milestone in advancing the Port of Rotterdam’s commitment to sustainability. APMT MVII has formalized a partnership with Rotterdam Shore Power, a collaborative effort between the Port of Rotterdam Authority and Eneco, to supply sea-going vessels with clean energy while docked.

By connecting vessels to the terminal’s power grid, APMT MVII anticipates a reduction in CO2 emissions by nearly 7,000 tonnes annually, along with decreased nitrogen and particulate emissions. The terminals will utilize approximately 13,000 MWh of power each year.

The decision to implement shore power follows years of meticulous planning and collaboration between APMT MVII and Rotterdam Shore Power. The two entities are currently working together to develop and implement the necessary shore power facilities, with the first vessels expected to utilize this service in 2028—well ahead of the European regulations mandating shore power for container ships by 2030.

“This project aligns with our goal of becoming the most sustainable and efficient gateway to Europe,” stated Harold Kunst, CEO of APMT MVII. “Providing shore power to our customers is a crucial step in our global mission to reduce emissions within the maritime industry. Our partnership with Rotterdam Shore Power represents a vital advancement in positioning the Port of Rotterdam as a leader in sustainability.”

Directors Ina Barge and Tiemo Arkesteijn of Rotterdam Shore Power echoed this sentiment, noting, “By collaborating with APMT MVII, we are expanding our shore power portfolio to include a third deep-sea terminal. This effort is a critical component in our drive to make the Port of Rotterdam a model of sustainability while significantly cutting emissions.”

Brigit Gijsbers, Deputy Director-General for Aviation and Maritime Affairs at the Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management, highlighted the benefits of shore power: “It is an effective solution to reduce shipping emissions and minimizes noise from ships at the quay. The progress being made at the Port of Rotterdam is commendable in its pursuit of sustainability.”

Currently, APMT MVII operates as a CO2 emission-free terminal, featuring energy-efficient buildings and environmentally friendly practices. Its use of fully electric Lift Automated Guided Vehicles (L-AGVs), powered by wind energy, further underscores its commitment to sustainability while minimizing noise pollution.

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SOURCE: Eneco