RWE and the Port of Karlshamn have signed a memorandum of understanding

RWE, a global leader in offshore wind power, and the Port of Karlshamn have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU). The purpose of the collaboration is to investigate whether the Port of Karlshamn can be a potential port for logistics, installation, operation and maintenance in connection with RWE's planned offshore wind power project in the Baltic Sea. To begin with, the parties will map the requirements and the necessary expansions and investments to facilitate the port's ability to increase its capacity. An early implementation of port capacity will ensure that Sweden is well positioned to maximize the potential of the offshore wind industry. Within the collaboration, the parties exchange knowledge, expertise and experiences that show a clear commitment to strengthening industrial growth in Sweden.

Matilda Machacek, Nordic Head of Offshore Wind Power at RWE: "Having sufficient port capacity and a sustainable supply chain are two important success factors for the expansion of offshore wind power. A new offshore wind farm can transform a nearby port into a dynamic hub that generates growth, infrastructure, jobs and economic benefits for the region. We therefore look forward to working with the Port of Karlshamn to evaluate their potential as a future hub for offshore wind power."

Anton Andersson, Project Manager at RWE Renewables Sweden: "Our offshore wind farm Kårehamn is a good example of port development, which over a decade has produced green electricity for thousands of Swedish households. The wind farm has played a decisive role in reviving the old fishing port in Kårehamn, here we see that the Port of Karlshamn has incredible potential. RWE plans to build and develop more offshore wind farms in the Baltic Sea based on previous experiences and successes.”

Caroline Säfström, CEO of the Port of Karlshamn: " The Port of Karlshamn is proud that RWE, one of the world's leading companies in offshore wind power, supports us in our plans to become a hub for this growing business area. With its yard and natural deep harbor, the Port of Karlshamn is well positioned to cover the future needs of the offshore wind power industry in the Baltic Sea. The need does not only consist of port capacity in the form of loading and unloading, but also in the form of an operation and maintenance center. It is a natural part for us to expand Karlshamns Hamn's product portfolio because we have previous experience in project lifting and logistics for wind power.By establishing ourselves as a center for offshore wind power, we also create jobs for the region and business opportunities for local companies and suppliers, which contributes to the economic development of the region and strengthens the community economy. "

RWE – a global leading player with a local presence

RWE is a globally leading player in offshore wind power with over 20 years of experience in developing, building and operating offshore wind power projects. The company currently operates 19 offshore wind farms along the coasts of Europe that are located in addition to the Swedish Baltic Sea - in Denmark, Germany, Belgium and the UK. Right now, RWE is building Denmark's largest offshore wind farm, Thor (1.1 GW) and has additional projects under development worldwide. RWE plans to increase its global offshore wind power capacity from 3.3 GW today to 10 GW in 2030. RWE's experience in offshore wind power plants, combined with the company's technical expertise and global strategy, means that the company is in a strong position to also become a market leader in floating wind power and unleash the full potential that exists in the world's deep oceans.

Karlshamn Harbour

The Port of Karlshamn is one of Sweden's largest ports located on the Baltic Sea and with its strategic location it is a key player for trade and transport in the region. With the proximity to the European road together with the combi terminal and railway to the quay, the port is an important hub for various types of freight traffic and contributes to the region's economic development.

RWE 

RWE leads the way to a world with green energy. With the Growing Green investment and growth strategy, RWE contributes to a large extent to the energy transition and the phasing out of fossil fuels in the energy system being a success. The company has approximately 20,000 employees in approximately 30 countries worldwide. RWE is already one of the leading companies in renewable energy. Between 2024 and 2030, RWE will invest €55 billion worldwide in offshore and onshore wind, solar, batteries, flexible generation and hydrogen projects. By the end of the decade, the company's green portfolio will grow to more than 65 gigawatts of generation capacity, which will be perfectly complemented by global energy trading. RWE is reducing carbon dioxide emissions in its operations in line with the 1.5 degree target and will phase out coal by 2030. RWE will be net-zero by 2040. Completely in line with the company's purpose - Our energy for a sustainable life.

Contact RWE:
Amanda Weidstam
RWE Renewables Sweden
T +46 (0) 720 85 25 23
Email amanda.weidstam@rwe.com

Contact the Port of Karlshamn
Cecilia Håkansson
0454-503002
Cecilia.hakansson@karlshamnshamn.se