EU calls for major investments in ports

EU push for clean shipping imposes high costs on ports In the submitted proposal, all 22 Danish seaports included in the TEN-T network:

1. Establish onshore power supply by 2015, provided it is cost-effective and has environmental benefits
2. Install publicly accessible LNG refueling stations for maritime transport by 2021 - without exception.

Danish Ports has some doubts about the approach. Imposing LNG infrastructure in all TEN-T ports may in some cases result in unused or loss-making facilities. LNG investments should be developed in ports where it makes sense and where there is a demand to avoid disproportionate costs. Read Port Denmark's consultation response Read the Commission Communication on alternative fuels Read the Commission proposal on the supply of alternative fuels