MT Højgaard Denmark has successfully completed the third stage of the future-proofing project at the Port of Ronne, a vital hub in the Baltic Sea for wind turbine shipping. This update enhances the port's role as the central shipping port for offshore wind turbines, ensuring its continued growth and resilience in the face of future demands.
The completed third stage adds an additional 100,000 square meters to the project area. This includes the expansion of the outer pier and improvements to navigation with a larger swaying basin. Additionally, the update features a new multi-purpose quay and extensive deepening of the port's inner area. These developments are designed to support the island of Bornholm's central commercial activities and strengthen its maritime capabilities, particularly for the offshore wind sector.
Lars Nordahl, CEO of the Port of Ronne, noted: “With the completion of stage 3, we have taken an important step in the work to strengthen the supply to Bornholm, while ensuring that we can continue the growth in shipping offshore wind from Bornholm by now being able to handle two simultaneous projects.”
MT Højgaard completed the project on schedule, despite tight timelines. Dan Harborg Locht, Project Director at MT Højgaard Denmark, praised the teamwork involved in the successful delivery: “When signing the contract for stage 3, we knew that we would be hard pressed in terms of time. However, with very good collaboration between the Port of Ronne, its consultant NIRAS, our consultant Ramboll, and a dedicated project team at MT Højgaard Denmark, we have succeeded in delivering a great result on time.”
The project has also supported the local economy, with nearly DKK 60 million spent on local subcontractors and the employment of local labor on Bornholm. The expansion further solidifies the Port of Ronne's pivotal role in the region's wind turbine supply chain and enhances Bornholm's position as a critical player in the offshore wind energy sector.
