The project to introduce electric power in port for cruise ships arriving in Sweden has reached an important milestone with the test stops in central Stockholm.
The AIDAdiva was the first cruise ship to make a test stop, on May 30.
This occurred as Stockholm Ports enters the final phase of the project to install two power outlets at the Stadsgården docks.
More than 35 cruise ships are expected to be connected to Sweden's electricity grid before October, as part of the testing period.
Marco Torkler, Director of Technical Projects and Operational Support at AIDA Cruises, stated: “As a pioneer of in-port electricity in Europe, AIDA Cruises has been committed to the development of sustainable infrastructure in Europe for many years. We are delighted to collaborate with Stockholm Ports with our expertise and ships in the commissioning process of Sweden’s first shore power installation for cruise ships.”
When the project is completed, more than 45% of cruise ship calls at Stockholm ports will be able to connect to the electrical grid.
“Onshore power for cruise ships is a significant milestone for Stockholm as a world-class sustainable destination, helping us achieve our climate goals and improve the city’s environment,” said Jens Holm, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Stockholm Ports. “We are very excited about the completion of our facilities and look forward to welcoming cruise ships that can benefit from this technology.”
The connection at berth S167 received support from Klimatklivet, the Swedish Environmental Protection Agency, which provides grants for activities in the country aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions at the local and regional levels.
As in the case of Copenhagen/Malmö, Aarhus and Helsinki, the project also received European Union subsidies to invest in onshore power supply.
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