The Port of Trelleborg is taking the next step in its energy transition. A new agreement has been signed with the Soltech Group company Takorama Elteknik regarding the construction of a 4 MWh battery facility in the port area. The battery will store electricity and be used during periods of peak demand – for example, when several vessels are moored at quay at the same time and require power.
The investment enables the port to smooth out so-called power peaks, that is, periods when electricity consumption is extra high. In this way, the electricity can be used smarter and more efficiently.
The Port of Trelleborg already produces its own renewable electricity through its own wind turbines that generate approximately 15 million kWh per year. This makes the port self-sufficient in electricity. With the help of battery storage, the self-produced energy can be stored and used when it is most needed – for example, when vessels are connected to onshore power.
From 2030, an EU regulation will be introduced that means that larger vessels must connect to onshore power when they are in port. This will result in significantly higher energy demand. The battery facility will therefore play an important role in meeting future requirements and provides an energy-efficient way to store and utilise the port’s own renewable electricity for its customers.
– This is an efficient and sustainable solution that allows us to manage and cut power peaks in a smart way, depending on whether the vessels are moored at quay or not. We are well advanced in the transition. As early as 2026, six of the ferries will be connected to onshore power, which will provide major environmental benefits, especially for air quality and noise, says Ulf Sonesson, Landlord at the Port of Trelleborg.
Construction of the battery facility is scheduled to be completed no later than December 1, 2026 and will be located behind ferry berth 8.
The Port of Trelleborg looks forward to the collaboration and wishes Takorama Elteknik success with the project!