Port of Rotterdam news

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  28 August 2025

  Hydrogen Pipeline Milestone in Rotterdam by Hynetwork

  The final weld of a 32-km hydrogen pipeline in Rotterdam marks a key step. Construction began in April 2024, navigating complex infrastructure. Next: testing and commissioning.
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  14 August 2025

  Porthos CO2 Pipeline Installed Offshore

  A 20-km CO2 pipeline is laid and entrenched under the North Sea, connecting Rotterdam's port to storage reservoirs over 3 km below the seabed.
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  15 July 2024

  Pecém Complex Chooses Stolthaven and GES for Green Ammonia Terminal

  Pecém Complex selects a consortium to develop a green ammonia terminal, advancing its hydrogen hub. The project aims to meet 25% of Rotterdam's import demand by 2030.
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  11 March 2024

  Morley Secures Services Contract for Shell's Rotterdam Hydrogen Project

  Morley will provide design, procurement, and construction management for Europe's largest renewable hydrogen project, powered by offshore wind, to support decarbonization and heavy transport.
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  19 December 2023

  Air Liquide to Build CO₂ Capture Unit in Rotterdam

  The new unit will use Cryocap™ technology to capture CO₂ from a hydrogen plant, transport it via Porthos, and store it in North Sea gas fields, reducing emissions by 2.5 million tons annually.
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  18 November 2023

  Porthos Launches First CO2 Storage Project in Rotterdam

  Porthos will invest €1.3 billion in a CO2 transport and storage system in Rotterdam, operational by 2026. It will store 2.5 Mton CO2 annually for 15 years, aiding Dutch climate goals.

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  14 April 2023

  Rotterdam Port Authority Allocates Site for 1 GW Green Hydrogen Plant

  An 11ha site on the Maasvlakte is being developed for a green hydrogen plant, leveraging wind energy from the IJmuiden Ver Wind Farm. The plant aims to be operational by 2028.
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  7 March 2023

  Uniper Chooses Plug for 100MW Electrolyzer at Rotterdam Maasvlakte Plant

  The Maasvlakte Energy Hub will use Plug's electrolyzer technology to produce green hydrogen by 2026, expanding to 500 MW by 2030, aiding the Netherlands' decarbonization and energy security goals.
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  11 October 2022

  Cepsa and Port of Rotterdam to Create Europe's First Green Hydrogen Corridor

  The corridor will decarbonize industry and maritime transport, support EU energy independence, and is expected to be operational by 2027, with plans for further expansion from Huelva.
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  26 September 2022

  Yokogawa Chosen as MAC for Europe's Largest Renewable Hydrogen Plant

  The Holland Hydrogen I plant in Rotterdam will produce 60,000 kg of green hydrogen daily using offshore wind power, aiding decarbonization at Shell's refinery by replacing grey hydrogen.
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  6 July 2022

  Shell to Build Europe's Largest Renewable Hydrogen Plant in Rotterdam

  The 200MW electrolyser will produce up to 60,000 kg of renewable hydrogen daily by 2025, powered by offshore wind. It will help decarbonize Shell's Rotterdam refinery and support commercial transport.
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  12 April 2022

  Shell Signs First Agreement for Rotterdam Hydrogen Pipeline

  The hydrogen pipeline in Rotterdam will connect the Maasvlakte to Pernis by 2024-2025, supporting sustainable industry and linking to national and international networks.
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  11 April 2022

  Gasunie, HES, and Vopak to Develop Hydrogen Import Terminal in Rotterdam

  The terminal will import green ammonia as a hydrogen carrier, operational by 2026, supporting green hydrogen demand in energy, transport, and petrochemicals, leveraging Rotterdam's strategic location.
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  6 September 2021

  Uniper and Port of Rotterdam to Produce Green Hydrogen

  The agreement aims to develop green hydrogen production at Maasvlakte, leveraging North Sea wind power and connecting to Rotterdam's hydrogen infrastructure, advancing carbon neutrality and sustainable energy.
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  1 June 2021

  Rotterdam Energy Port and Petrochemical Cluster: 8th Edition Facts & Figures

  The Port of Rotterdam has expanded with Maasvlakte 2, new LNG and coal facilities, increased wind energy, and enhanced synergies, making it a key hub for the energy and petrochemical sectors.
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  8 February 2021

  Uniper and Port of Rotterdam Study Green Hydrogen Plant Feasibility

  A feasibility study for a 100MW green hydrogen plant at Maasvlakte aims for completion by summer 2025, with plans to expand to 500MW. The project leverages renewable energy and existing infrastructure.