Ports de Normandie will launch a public consultation on 5 June to gather feedback on plans to expand the port of Cherbourg into a key hub for offshore wind energy. The consultation will run through 11 July and seeks input from residents, stakeholders, and users of the port.
The proposed project includes the construction of a new heavy quay, known as Flamands Zéro (FL0), designed to support the increasing logistical demands of the offshore wind sector. The 140-metre quay would be capable of handling loads of up to 20 tonnes per square metre, with infrastructure adapted to both fixed and floating offshore wind projects.
Ports de Normandie said the development is aimed at reinforcing Cherbourg’s role in marine renewable energy. “The new dock will help maintain and develop the industrial activity of the port while meeting France’s energy transition objectives,” the port authority stated.
Over the past decade, the port has positioned itself as a significant player in the offshore wind industry, contributing to the creation of nearly 800 jobs.
The public consultation is intended to ensure early involvement of the local community and industry stakeholders in shaping the project’s direction.
