The Port of Klaipėda has moved into the testing phase of its shore power electrification project following completion at two key terminals. Once operational, the system will allow vessels at berth to switch off auxiliary engines and draw electricity directly from shore, reducing local emissions and noise impacts.
Shore power equipment has been installed and is currently being tested at the Central Klaipėda Terminal and Klaipėda Container Terminal. The container terminal will operate one shore power unit while the central terminal will be equipped with three, enabling up to four vessels to connect simultaneously for zero-emission hotel power while alongside.
The infrastructure is primarily designed to serve ferries operating international passenger and RoRo services. Algis Latakas, CEO of Klaipėda State Seaport Authority, said: "The Port of Klaipėda's ambition to become more environmentally friendly is reflected in real actions; shore power equipment has already been installed and is now being tested at two terminals."
Key Takeaways:
1. Klaipėda Port has finished installing and is now testing shore power at two terminals.
2. 3 units are at the Central Terminal and 1 at the Container Terminal.
3. Up to four vessels can connect to shore power simultaneously.
4. Berthed vessels will switch off auxiliary engines for zero-emission hotel power.
5. The system primarily serves international passenger and RoRo ferries.
