The Danish port of Esbjerg announced that it has initiated a process to clarify expansion possibilities, in order to increase activity towards 2030, both within existing and new business areas. Within the next few years, the expectation is that the port’s areas and quay will be fully utilized.
Although its historically high level of activity, more space is needed to realise the growth potential, which it has experienced during the past 10 years. To be able to meet future demand, the Port of Esbjerg needs to further expand with approximately 1 million m2 and 1 km of additional quay length from 2022 to 2030. This is clear from the analyses, which have been prepared for the Port of Esbjerg.
“The Port of Esbjerg must offer an infrastructure that matches the needs of our customers in terms of quality, layout, and size. This is the prerequisite for ensuring continued growth and development for the benefit of both the companies at the port, the port itself, and the whole region. Otherwise, our customers will look elsewhere to conduct their business”, says Ole Ingrisch, director at the Port of Esbjerg.
The formal environmental impact assessment process, including public consultations, is expected to start in the early autumn.
