Sleipnir and Thialf, the largest crane vessels of Heerema Marine Contractors, no longer run on their own engines, but have switched to shore power.
The shore-based power connection was made possible by cooperation between Eneco, the Port of Rotterdam Authority and Heerema, with financial support from the Municipality of Rotterdam. Parties that want to reduce the ecological footprint, starting in the port of Rotterdam with a shore power project.
Win-win
The power for Sleipnir and Thialf comes from wind turbines on the nearby headland, which means that they now run on clean energy! Heerema’s CEO, Koos-Jan van Brouwershaven, is proud of the step. “It fits perfectly with our sustainability goals and contributes to their mission to be CO2 neutral. The shore power connection has a capacity of 20 MW, enough to supply about 15,000 households with electricity. And when the ships are on shore power, there are almost no emissions, particulate matter or noise. Win-win for everyone!”
Shore-based power is a game changer
In Rotterdam, serious work is being done on the transition to sustainable energy. With almost 30,000 ships in port every year, it is important to reduce emissions. Shore-based power is the game changer in this regard. Alderman Arno Bonte is therefore pleased that Heerema’s offshore vessels are now also connected to the shore power installation. This means less pollution and more green energy for the city.
Team effort
The entire shore power project is the result of teamwork. Since 2017, the partners have been working very hard to make it happen. This connection is a first major step forward. By 2030, 90% of the ships in Rotterdam must use shore-based power.
