The transition to low- and zero-carbon fuels such as methanol and ammonia is crucial for ensuring sustainable shipping and energy supply in the Baltic Sea Region (BSR). However, stakeholders—including port authorities, terminal operators, and energy suppliers—face knowledge and operational gaps in handling hydrogen derivatives.
To address these challenges, H2Deri@BSP is developing market forecasts, investment models, bunkering technologies, berth mapping, and safety regulations to enable ports to manage sustainable fuel solutions effectively.
HPC’s Role in the Project
HPC (Hamburg Port Consulting) has been selected as the project coordinator, leveraging its decades of experience in Interreg projects and maritime sustainability. HPC’s key responsibilities include:
- Project Coordination: Overseeing planning, monitoring progress, and supporting the steering group.
- Financial Management: Ensuring transparent handling of EU public funding, including budgeting, reporting, and compliance.
Strategic Importance & Industry Support
Stefan Breitenbach, Head of Project Department at Port of Hamburg Marketing (HHM), emphasized the importance of H2Deri@BSP in preparing ports for alternative fuel bunkering and green energy integration.
Hartmut Beyer, Head of Co-Funding Management at HPC, highlighted the project’s role in advancing alternatives to fossil fuels while strengthening collaboration with the Baltic Sea Region.
A Collaborative Baltic Sea Effort
The H2Deri@BSP initiative unites 15 project partners from seven Baltic Sea Region countries, including:
- Public port authorities
- Energy providers
- Liquid bulk terminal operators
Additionally, 23 associated organizations support the project, contributing expertise in green hydrogen derivatives. The consortium will develop proofs of concept and a scalable roadmap for green energy transformation in ports.
Long-Term Impact
- The project’s results will be disseminated across EU regions, accelerating the adoption of hydrogen derivatives in ports.
- The initiative aims to reduce CO₂ emissions significantly, supporting the maritime industry’s transition toward a zero-emission future.
H2Deri@BSP stands as a milestone initiative, demonstrating how collaboration and innovation can drive the green transformation of maritime transport in Europe.
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Source: HHLA
