EUROGATE – that is bundled port expertise: We operate shipping company-independent container terminals in 5 countries. As a leading container handling company, our core competencies also include areas such as transportation, maintenance and packaging. Over the past decades, we have developed into a central hub in the continent’s trade and logistics infrastructure. With state-of-the-art technology and many years of experience, we advance global supply chains and international trade: Moving the global economy.
Our vision: a green port. Because we take responsibility. For our employees – and for our planet. That’s why we set ourselves long-term goals to actively support innovation and sustainability initiatives. We live a communicative corporate culture that moves with the times instead of standing still. For our environment.
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Progress is what moves us. We regularly question our routines. And set new standards – again and again. We view major developments as an opportunity: we see digitalization, automation and the sensible use of artificial intelligence as inspiration for our day-to-day business. Because with creative concepts, innovative ideas and state-of-the-art technology, we increase our efficiency.
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Port with standards: As a future-oriented company with responsibility, our compliance management system forms the foundation of EUROGATE. This includes the essential measures of legal and regulatory provisions, as well as guidelines for compliance with ethical requirements. This is the only way we can create a trustworthy environment – and set high standards for our corporate culture.
As an experienced container handling company, we operate our terminals not only in northern Germany. With international locations in Italy, Morocco and Cyprus, we move business – worldwide. Another terminal is currently being built in Egypt: EUROGATE is growing.
Moving the economy – even at low tide? No problem at our location in Wilhelmshaven: large container ships can navigate to Germany’s only deep-water port without any problems, even when the water level is low.
Our core competence? Container handling. Our range of services: so much more. A diverse and comprehensive range of services that covers the entire world of container handling.
Uncomplicated and reliable: The combined transport of goods between North Sea ports and the industrial centers of Europe is our specialty. With a strong network behind us, we guarantee cost-effective logistics and transport solutions – on all routes.
We make containers fit again: We don’t just repair used containers. If required, we clean, rent out and store both empty and refrigerated containers at our locations.
Every sea route has its own challenges. Oversized, project loads or hazardous goods: we use our experience to develop customized packaging solutions for transport by sea and land.
Everything has to run smoothly in the port – around the clock. With our service company EUROGATE Technical Services GmbH, we guarantee the smooth running of all port technology at our sites in Bremerhaven, Hamburg and Wilhelmshaven.
Everything under control: In addition to port technology, EUROGATE Technical Services GmbH also takes care of the energy supply in the overseas port in Bremerhaven – as the operator of the power supply network.
Comprehensive logistics services for the energy transition: We not only act as an import and export hub for onshore wind turbines. EUROGATE also acts as a base port for the installation of offshore wind farms.
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We are thrilled to announce a dynamic partnership between EUROGATE Group and Prodevelop, marking a pivotal moment in our journey towards revolutionising container terminal operations. Prodevelop's expertise in IoT and Big Data projects has proven invaluable, earning them a prominent role as our services partner for the implementation of the Digital TwinSim solution at EUROGATE Container Terminal Hamburg.
During Stage I of the Digital TwinSim project, Prodevelop collaborated closely with all partners, demonstrating remarkable flexibility and delivering exceptional results. Their pivotal role in this initial phase solidified their position as a key contributor to the project's success.
Together with our esteemed partners, akquinet port consulting and the University of Hamburg, we are embarking on an ambitious endeavour to develop a digital twin of processes and equipment, reshaping the landscape of operations and maintenance in Hamburg. Adopting TIC 4.0 standards throughout, we aim to seamlessly integrate terminal equipment into a unified view, optimising operations for enhanced efficiency and productivity.
Patrick Jandt, Head of IT at EUROGATE, expressed excitement about the partnership, stating, "As we approach the key stage of the TwinSim project, leveraging big data to visualise current operations in real-time and predict future scenarios, our collaboration with Prodevelop stands as a cornerstone in our digital transformation journey."
Miguel Montesinos, CEO of Prodevelop, echoed this sentiment stating, "This collaboration with EUROGATE on the Digital TwinSim project marks a milestone in our mission to drive the digitalisation of port operations and the adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies in the container handling sector. We are committed to contributing to the continued success of this project."
Prodevelop's pivotal role in the success of this project cannot be overstated. Their establishment of a Data Lake and innovative processes to integrate IoT data from the physical layer with Terminal Operating System (TOS) systems has been instrumental in our pursuit of innovation and excellence in the Industry 4.0 era.
Join us as we embark on this transformative journey, shaping the future of container terminal operations and advancing towards a more efficient, sustainable, and technology-driven industry.
A digital and secure solution - that was the simple wish and vision behind the joint step and forward-looking cooperation between EUROGATE and CONROO. From 20 March, the GATE PASS solution from CONROO will be introduced at EUROGATE Container Terminal Hamburg (CTH), which, among other things, enables fully digital verification of truck drivers. The aim: more efficiency and greater security throughout the entire process at EUROGATE container terminals. EUROGATE is joining the well-proven CONROO APP solution from the hinterland, which is in the interests of climate-friendly combined transport and serves the business location.
EUROGATE operates container terminals in five countries in Europe and North Africa. The "GATE PASS", the digital solution developed by CONROO in close cooperation with EUROGATE for identifying truck drivers at the pick-up or delivery point, guarantees entry and departure without delays. The previous access authorization, the analogue "trucker card", will lose its validity from 2 May 2024 at the EUROGATE site in Hamburg and will be replaced by the CONROO GATE PASS. Bremerhaven and Wilhelmshaven will follow immediately, as will other international EUROGATE locations.
EUROGATE is thus relying on the CONROO APP solution, which has already proven itself at a large number of terminal and depot locations in the DACH region, including Deutsche Bahn terminals, Swissterminal and TriCon.
"Today we are taking more than just a step forward. By introducing the CONROO solution across all locations, we are setting new standards for the entire EUROGATE Group. But it also sends out a signal to other sea and hinterland terminals. Ultimately, everyone can benefit from the more efficient exchange of information along the entire supply chain," explains Michael Blach, Chairman of the EUROGATE Group Management Board.
The right solution for EUROGATE - and beyond
The fully digital GATE PASS not only ensures greater efficiency, but also significantly more security throughout terminal operations. The app solution works on all common mobile devices and covers the entire process, from registration and fully digital driver verification to DAKOSY route planning (TR02) and on-site instructions. The special feature: the system has numerous interfaces that integrate all the players involved along the logistics chain: These include TMS, platforms such as driveMybox as well as depots and warehouses. CONROO always acts as an independent and neutral partner in terms of location. The new "GATE PASS" app solution will be gradually introduced at all of the EUROGATE Group's German terminal locations from spring 2024.
"We are relying on a solution that has proven itself at hinterland terminals and depots and are using the digitalization of the trucker card to significantly improve processes at the terminal for truck drivers and us as terminal operators," explains Jannis Grantz, Project Manager at the EUROGATE Group.
More sustainability and safety through digitalization
The GATE PASS makes the time-consuming and paper-intensive administrative process of registering truck drivers obsolete. At the same time, the processing of transport orders is made considerably easier and faster thanks to early information and synchronization regarding the gate and lanes. For the drivers, this means fewer queues and waiting times, more time for other jobs and greater safety, as it is no longer necessary to leave the vehicle at the terminal - except for the loading process. EUROGATE and CONROO are thus making a contribution to greater sustainability and safety along the supply chain.
"The further development of the CONROO solution and connection of seaport terminals creates substantial added value for truck drivers, hauliers and terminal operators. Ultimately, the entire supply chain benefits from the digital connection between shippers and truck drivers that we create with CONROO CONNECT, our truck visit system. Together with Markus Hartung, Co-Founder and CTO, we launched CONROO in the hinterland in 2021 and are delighted to now also be able to serve seaport terminals," adds Felix Paul Czerny, Co-Founder and CEO of CONROO.
The Damietta Alliance Container Terminal (DACT) has signed the final financing contract for its state-of-the-art container terminal in Damietta, Egypt. The financing consortium comprises international development banks including European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (“EBRD”), the International Finance Corporation(“IFC”), Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (“AIIB”), DEG and Proparco.
The signing event for the contract took place yesterday in the New Administrative Capital Cairo at the Ministry of Transport in presence of the Transport Minister of Egypt, the Minister of International Cooperation of Egypt, as well as the German Ambassador. Representatives from all lending institutions, DACT's management team, and consortium partners came together to mark this significant milestone in the project's development.
"We are particularly proud that this group of prominent development institutions, including EBRD, IFC, AIIB, DEG and Proparco is supporting the Damietta Alliance consortium with know-how, as well as a landmark financing package tailored to the necessities of the project," stated Tom Eckelmann, CEO of the EUROGATE Group.
“Our investment in the new terminal aims to open up new markets and boost economic growth in the region. The enhanced infrastructure will significantly improve our transshipment operations in the East Mediterranean market and at the same time provide better access to the local Egyptian trade”, said Rolf Habben Jansen, CEO of Hapag-Lloyd AG.
While the construction of the infrastructure is currently underway, the management team of DACT is already engaged in Damietta. The Go-Live of the terminal is scheduled for the beginning of 2025, with a final total operational capacity of 3.3 million TEU. The terminal will serve as Hapag-Lloyd's dedicated strategic transshipment hub in the East Mediterranean.
The Joint Venture, "Damietta Alliance Container Terminal S.A.E.," consists of three core shareholders: Hapag-Lloyd Damietta GmbH (39%), Eurogate Damietta GmbH (29.5%), and Contship Damietta Srl (29.5%). Additionally, Middle East Logistics & Consultants Group and Ship & C.R.E.W. Egypt S.A.E. each hold a 1% stake in the venture.
The third ship integration test for the shore power supply of container ships, which was carried out at EUROGATE Container Terminal Hamburg (CTH), was also successful.
The first ship integration test at the end of August on the Maersk Condor was the first time in Europe that a container ship was connected to shore power. Power was supplied for one hour. In the process, between 700 kW and 1,000 kW of electricity was taken off at transfer station (ASS) 1 at berth 1&2.
After the MSC Livorno was successfully connected at the same connection point on 17.09.2023, the third ship integration test was carried out the previous week, this time at ASS 2 at berth 3. The APL Boston was smoothly supplied with shore-side power for two hours.
The topic of shore-side power supply for container ships during their berthing time in the port has been occupying the container terminals in Hamburg for a long time. Initial planning on this topic began back in 2015 and was included in the Clean Air Plan of the Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg in 2017. Then, in May 2021, EUROGATE and the Hamburg Port Authority (HPA) concluded a letter of intent (LOI) for the construction of three facilities on the CTH. A total of seven turbines will be built at the Port of Hamburg. Each of these turbines will provide an output of up to 7.5 MW.
At the CTH, three movable transfer stations (ASS) for shore power were erected at berths 1 & 2 and 3 and 6, as well as a converter station in front of the terminal. The transfer station consists of a movable carriage with lowerable coupling technology on the flood protection wall.
The installations were completed in June and the first dummy and connector tests were able to start in July. A special feature during the construction phase was the installation of the system during ongoing terminal operation and the laying of lines under the water-side road and the water-side crane rail in the quay head to the respective connection.
In the next step, further tests will now be carried out both for individual supply with the ASS3 at berth 6 and for parallel supply of two ships at two connections at the same time. It is planned that the manufacturer will hand over the shore power installations to the HPA at the end of 2023.
By supporting the installation of shore power systems, EUROGATE is pursuing the goal of enabling shipping company customers to continue reducing their emissions at the container terminal as well as sustainably improving the living environment of Hamburg's residents in accordance with the Clean Air Plan.
EUROGATE GmbH & Co. KGaA, KG, Bremen, and Terminal Investment Limited (TiL), Geneva, the terminal operating company of Mediterranean Shipping Company S.A. (MSC), Geneva, have extended the contract concluded in May 2004 for the joint operation of the container terminal MSC Gate Bremerhaven GmbH & Co. KG (MSC Gate), Bremerhaven, for a period of at least 25 years until 2048. A reassessment of the partnership and negotiations on adjustments to the contract between the shareholders had been included in the contract at the time and have now been concluded, a few months before the 20-year anniversary of the joint venture, with a very positive result for MSC Gate and the entire port location of Bremerhaven.
Michael Blach, Chairman of the Group Management Board of EUROGATE, said on the occasion of the signing: "With this contract extension the basis for the continuation of the so far successful cooperation is given. This is very good news for Bremerhaven. We have achieved a lot together in the past almost 20 years. MSC Gate was able to establish itself as a reliable terminal partner in the network of our customer MSC. The christening of the 'MSC Michel Cappellini', one of the newest and largest ships in the MSC container ship fleet, a few weeks ago is proof of the importance of the terminal and the Bremerhaven location for MSC. We want to continue and develop this together. Discussions are currently underway regarding a joint future-oriented modernization of MSC Gate. To this end, the adaptation of the quay and the outer Weser must be driven forward quickly in order to continue to score points in competition."
Ammar Kanaan, Chief Executive Officer of TiL, a subsidiary of MSC, said, "Extending the contract over the next two and a half decades is testament to our commitment to MSC Gate and to our partnership with Bremerhaven. MSC Gate is an important part of MSC's growth strategy. With today's announcement, we are building on the solid foundation and track record of our partnership, which has been in place since 2004. We look forward to further strengthening the port's growth potential by investing in our terminal infrastructure and, most importantly, our people."
Florian Brandt, Managing Director of MSC Gate Bremerhaven: "The new contract is a strong signal and at the same time motivation to tackle the challenges of the future together with TiL and MSC and to move Bremerhaven forward. To this end, we have invested in new container gantry cranes and, most recently, 35 straddle carriers with hybrid propulsion and are currently jointly examining all options for further digitalization and gradual automation of handling operations in order to be able to meet the wishes and requirements of our customers even better in the future."