The European Investment Bank (EIB) has provided a €90 million loan to the Port of Rotterdam Authority for the installation of shore power at three deep-sea container terminals. This funding supports Rotterdam Shore Power, a joint venture between the Port of Rotterdam Authority and Eneco, and is supplemented by a €70 million grant from the European Commission’s Connecting Europe Facility. The project is part of the port’s strategy to reach climate-neutral operations by 2050 while maintaining its maritime position in North-West Europe.
The infrastructure project covers eight kilometers of quay and includes 35 connection points for seagoing container vessels. In addition to the power supply units, the work involves grid connections, cabling, and associated construction and excavation. These facilities allow large ships to turn off their engines and generators while docked, which reduces CO2 emissions, noise, and particulate matter compared to using onboard fossil fuel systems.
The new installations are scheduled for delivery and operation in phases starting from the second half of 2028. By providing an electric alternative to onboard power generation, the project aligns with European goals to build infrastructure for electric mobility across transport networks. This transition reduces reliance on fossil fuels and contributes to the energy autonomy of the region by changing how vessels receive power during port stays.