The proposed terminal will feature a permanently moored floating storage and regasification unit (FSRU) connected to a pipeline for transporting natural gas inland. Potential locations include Sloehaven in the Vlissingen port area or Braakmanhaven in the Terneuzen port area, both in Zeeland. VTTI and Höegh Evi, formerly known as Höegh LNG, began exploring the development of this FSRU-based terminal through an agreement signed in late 2023.
Operations at the Zeeland Energy Terminal are slated to commence between 2028 and 2029, aiming to enhance energy resilience and support a reliable and cost-effective energy supply. Following the initial permitting phase, VTTI plans to launch an open season for market participants in the fourth quarter of 2025 to gauge interest and secure commitments.
The new terminal will complement the Netherlands’ existing LNG import facilities: the Gate terminal in Maasvlakte, Rotterdam, and the EemsEnergy Terminal in Eemshaven, Groningen, both operated as joint ventures between Gasunie and Vopak. The Gate terminal is currently expanding with the addition of a fourth storage tank, while the EemsEnergy Terminal is evaluating whether to continue operations beyond 2027.
The Zeeland Energy Terminal is designed to diversify the Netherlands’ energy supply options, strengthen energy security, and foster competition in the energy market. By adding a third LNG import terminal, VTTI and Höegh Evi aim to bolster the country’s infrastructure to meet growing energy demands while ensuring stability. The project aligns with efforts to enhance the Netherlands’ role as a key energy hub in Europe.
This initiative reflects a commitment to advancing energy infrastructure in the Netherlands, supporting long-term energy goals, and ensuring a robust and adaptable energy supply network.
