The Port of Rotterdam Authority plans to develop a 45-hectare site in the north-western corner of the Maasvlakte for offshore wind activities, according to the release.
The terminal is intended for storage, transport, (pre-)assembly, and delivery of components for wind turbines and foundations, with direct nautical access to the sea and heavy-duty quays plus high-quality logistics facilities. Market parties are invited to register for the market consultation beginning today.
The facility is expected to become operational in mid-2029.
The Port Authority will equip the site with 835 metres of quay designed to accommodate the latest generation of offshore wind installation vessels, including suitability for jack-up vessels and pre-assembly activities.
A /roll-off facility is also planned to support all transport modes. The terminal will additionally be prepared for the decommissioning of offshore wind farms.
The project is intended to provide the offshore wind sector with needed capacity as more wind farms are scheduled for construction in the North Sea. Current port capacity with the required specifications is described as a limiting factor.
Vice President Commercial Matthijs van Doorn said: “With this new terminal, we are making an important contribution to the necessary capacity for the offshore wind sector. Due to its direct location on the North Sea, deep draught and existing offshore cluster, the port of Rotterdam is ideally suited for these activities.”
The Port of Rotterdam Authority is the public entity responsible for managing, developing, and operating the Port of Rotterdam and its industrial areas. It oversees port infrastructure, ensures safe and efficient shipping traffic, and engages in long-term spatial and economic planning for port activities. The organisation operates under a governance structure that includes both municipal and national stakeholders.
