Port of Rønne expands wind capacity

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The Port of Rønne in Denmark has completed Phase 3 of its strategic future-proofing project, significantly expanding its capacity to support offshore wind developments across the Baltic Sea.

Launched in late 2023, this phase added over 100,000m² of new project space, a 280m quay, and a new RoRo ramp.

SFT element fenders at the Port of Roenne

Source: ShibataFenderTeam

ShibataFenderTeam has delivered critical fender systems as part of an expansion at the Port of Roenne

The project continues a longstanding partnership between port developers and contractor MT Højgaard, with ShibataFender Team (SFT) on hand to deliver critical infrastructure.

This included 24 Element Fenders (FE 1250 by 1000 mm, G2.4) paired with closed-box steel panels, along with 10 steel ladders and 28 T-head bollards, 24 of which are rated for 125 tonnes and four for 200 tonnes of mooring capacity.

SFT says its engineering team tailored the fender system to meet the rigorous demands for design precision, performance and material quality. Tension chains were incorporated to control deflection, boosting energy absorption and structural integrity during vessel berthing.

The successful completion of Phase 3 has doubled the port’s ability to manage simultaneous offshore wind shipments, marking a major milestone in its evolution as a regional energy hub.

With the groundwork laid for Phase 4, the Port of Rønne is well-positioned to further support the growing offshore wind industry and meet future maritime infrastructure demands in the Baltic Sea region.