The HHLA Container Terminal Tollerort (CTT) in Hamburg has achieved a successful test of its shore power system. During a ship integration test, COSCO SHIPPING Taurus received shore power for the first time. This ship, like many recent COSCO SHIPPING vessels, is equipped with the necessary components for shore power supply. The test, a collaborative effort involving HPA, Siemens, COSCO SHIPPING, and HHLA, confirmed the successful operation of the shore power system and process in Hamburg.
Mingfeng Wang, President of COSCO SHIPPING (Europe) GmbH, emphasized the significance of this achievement in achieving carbon neutrality and complying with the International Maritime Organization’s MARPOL Convention regarding carbon intensity regulations. He noted the importance of reducing greenhouse gas emissions while building a green and low-carbon supply chain.
Angela Titzrath, Chairwoman of HHLA’s Executive Board, highlighted the role of shore-side power stations in decarbonizing the port and the logistics chain. She expressed pride in Hamburg’s pioneering status within Europe in establishing reliable shore-side power stations to supply electricity to ships equipped with this technology.
The shore power facility at CTT is strategically positioned at the mega-ship berth capable of handling the world’s largest container ships. Special cables at the quay edge connect the container ship to the shore power system, allowing for the supply of electricity from renewable sources. Converters and transformers adjust the land-based grid voltage and frequency to match the ship’s requirements, ensuring compatibility. Using shore power allows ships to switch off their diesel engines during berthing, leading to significant reductions in greenhouse gas and pollutant emissions.
