Ships in Duisburg harbor now offered charging points for electricity instead of diesel.
In a significant move towards promoting environmentally friendly and innovative infrastructure in inland shipping, new charging points for ships have been opened in Duisburg, Germany. The project, funded with around 3.8 million euros by the federal and state governments, was announced by Duisburger Hafen AG and the Ministry of Economics, Industry, Climate Protection and Energy of North Rhine-Westphalia.
Markus Wangen, CEO of Duisburger Hafen, emphasized the uniqueness of the charging points, which are strategically located at Mercator Island and along the Pontwert, in addition to the Mühlenweide. The new additions increase the total number of charging points in the harbor to 69.
Silke Krebs, State Secretary of the Ministry of Economics, Industry, Climate Protection and Energy of North Rhine-Westphalia, expressed her hope for eager followers. She stated, "This project is a testament to our commitment to sustainable and innovative solutions in the maritime industry."
The project includes a charging station for river cruise ships, further underscoring Duisburg's commitment to reducing emissions and promoting green technology. The power supply for the ships is via a cable from a charging station on the pier to a socket on board.
The availability of these new charging points is until 29.08.2027, providing a significant boost to the region's green maritime efforts. The news source for this article is Studios NRW.
With these new charging points, Duisburg continues to lead the way in sustainable shipping practices, setting an example for other harbors to follow. The project is a clear demonstration of the potential for a greener future in the maritime industry.
