Hull port plans to capitalise in on onshore power

Plans are being developed to install two turbines at Hull (up to 12MW). Consultations were also held recently for proposals to have onshore wind turbines at the ports of Grimsby and Immingham.

“The Humber is one of the UK’s largest industrial clusters. Along with driving economic growth the region will play a critical role in supporting the delivery of the UK’s Net Zero objectives,” said Simon Bord, ABP Humber region director.

”The Humber Ports already play a vital role in supporting the biggest hub for offshore wind in the World. We will continue to invest to ensure we maintain our role as the place to be for green energy solutions in the UK.”

Achieving net-zero

ABP supports government ambitions to achieving net zero and recently launched its own £2 billion plan for Energy Transition growth and Net Zero 2040. 

Called Ready for Tomorrow it looks to meet the challenges and grasp the opportunities, including with regards to wind power.

The Humber ports are already known for their important contribution to the UK offshore wind industry.

ABP’s Port of Grimsby is strategically located adjacent to the world’s largest offshore wind farm, Hornsea 2. It is the UK’s largest offshore wind operations and maintenance port, supporting wind-farm operators and the wider supply chain.

Green Port Hull, the UK’s world class centre for renewable energy, was developed with a £310m ABP and Siemens Gamesa partnership investment. Offshore wind turbine blade manufacturing, assembly, and servicing facilities make up its centrepiece. Siemens Gamesa’s facility is set to double in size as development in the North Sea accelerates.

To further enhance the area’s offer, the Humber Freeport’s ambitious business plan aims to energise investment and growth across the offshore wind energy sector for years to come, bringing 7,000 new high-quality jobs.