Shore power facilities are operational at Eurogate Container Terminal Hamburg (CTH) and HHLA Container Terminal Tollerort (CTT). Installations at HHLA Container Terminal Burchardkai (CTB) and HHLA Container Terminal Altenwerder (CTA) are underway, with a successful test recently completed at CTA. Under the agreement, ONE will participate in integration tests and become the first shipping company to purchase shore power at CTB and CTA.
Friedrich Stuhrmann, HPA’s Chief Commercial Officer, stated: “Since the go-ahead for shore-side power supply for container ships was given in May last year, both we and the shipowners involved have been able to gather a wealth of experience. We are therefore delighted that ONE is now also using our new systems and that they are determined to contribute to lower emissions and more climate protection in the port by using this technology in the future.”
Takahiro Kikuchi, Managing Director of ONE (Europe), said: “This initiative is a crucial step towards ensuring our vessels comply with forthcoming FuelEU regulations, which mandates shore power connections at EU ports from 2030. By committing early to using shore power at the CTB and CTA, we are supporting the Port of Hamburg’s transition toward low-emission operations.” He emphasized that the agreement marks ONE’s first use of shore power in Europe and supports global sustainable shipping efforts.
Beyond Europe, ONE is collaborating with Ningbo Zhoushan Port Group in China to explore shore power solutions. On December 4, 2024, they completed a trial at Ningbo Zhoushan Port, marking the first use of an alternative marine power (AMP) container in a Chinese port. This trial supported cold ironing, reducing emissions during port operations through lift-on/lift-off AMP container operations.
The Hamburg agreement and related initiatives reflect efforts to reduce emissions in port operations, aligning with upcoming EU regulations and global sustainability goals. ONE’s commitment enhances the Port of Hamburg’s transition to cleaner energy practices while supporting similar advancements in other regions.
