The Port of Rotterdam Authority has announced plans to develop a 45-hectare site in the north-west of Maasvlakte dedicated to the offshore wind industry. The port says the terminal is set to become a critical link in the energy transition, featuring an 835-metre deep-water quay and infrastructure designed specifically for offshore wind logistics.
Rotterdam says the project aims to provide the offshore wind sector with the capacity it needs and to support further growth. With countries planning more wind farm developments in the North Sea in the coming years, the port highlights a shortage of suitable port capacity. According to the authority, the key constraint is not just space but throughput with the right technical specifications—including deep draft access, heavy-lift capability, and facilities tailored to specialised offshore vessels.
The terminal concept includes areas for storage, marshalling, assembly and installation of wind turbine components and foundations. The quays will be prepared for jack-up operations, include heavy-lift zones, and be supported by dedicated equipment for loading and unloading offshore wind cargoes.
The port expects the terminal to meet rising demand from North Sea offshore wind projects and to support the wider shift to alternative energy and feedstocks, including future repowering and decommissioning of existing wind farms. Rotterdam says the development will strengthen its position as a leading European hub for offshore wind. The terminal is targeted to enter service in mid-2029.
Starting 26 November, the port authority opened a Request for Information (RFI), inviting industry stakeholders to share ideas, ambitions, operational needs, and technical input. Feedback is due by 8 January 2026, after which the authority will define next steps and announce further decisions in March.
