Port of Bremerhaven

Port of Bremerhaven: Carbon-neutral port

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Decarbonizing one of the largest ports in Europe is a highly complex challenge in a very competitive environment. A combined view of strategical and technological perspectives is required. Siemens provided immense support in making it happen – with clear priorities and technological know-how.

Robert Howe, Managing Director – bremenports

Achieve carbon neutrality for all port and terminal operations by 2035.

  • Free Hanseatic City of Bremen and the local port ecosystem have committed to carbon neutrality by 2035
  • Complex port ecosystem: Multitude of companies, from terminals to logistics service provider and network operators needs to be synchronized
  • Fossil fuels dominating energy vector in  current port energy system
Client Challenge

Utilize the digital twin model of the port's energy system to develop a cost-effective decarbonization strategy.

  • Co-create target picture of decarbonized port and terminal operations with all involved stakeholders
  • Optimize facility and equipment upgrades and outline renewable energy generation potential by leveraging digital twin technology
  • Analyze regulatory framework for the energy system's operations and recommend the most suitable operating model
Our Approach

Comprehensive port decarbonization strategy, action plan and future operating model.

  • Comprehensive target picture of decarbonized port and terminal  operations including mobility, heating, energy generation and Power-to-X solutions
  • Tailored digital twin of port energy system, integrating current energy mix, load profiles, business projections, and price forecasts to model decarbonization costs
  • Recommended actions to accelerate port decarbonization through coordinated renewable energy generation and management
  • 100% CO₂ emission reduction by 2035
The Impact
1

Benefit from our deep Domain Knowledge
We leverage our experience to help you develop a tailored decarbonization strategy and robust action plans.

2

Leverage a strong Technology Stack
We design a digital twin of your energy system with the help of our specialized toolkit and can also provide you with the building blocks for implementing your decarbonization.

3

Profit from our powerful Ecosystem
We leverage the entire Siemens ecosystem to offer you a comprehensive package of solutions.


The Siemens digital twin of our port energy system is the perfect basis for creating and refining our roadmap towards CO₂-neutral operations. Simulating possible decarbonization pathways in mobility, heating, and energy generation helps us focus on the right actions and create a competitive edge.

Dr. Lars Stemmler, Head of Project Team " CO₂-neutral Port" - bremenports

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Dr. Dennis Warnecke
Energy Global