Ports and the energy transition
Ports have a vital role in the construction, operation and maintenance of marine energy systems that will be essential to our net zero future. From fixed and floating offshore wind to tidal and wave power generation, ports are critical supply chain hubs essential to their development. Realising these shared climate goals requires timely investment in port facilities – with huge benefits for local communities.
Maritime clients gain our parallel expertise in global offshore wind energy, from acquisitions through technical and engineering studies. We have supported the design of over 30GW of offshore wind projects throughout the lifecycle, making us experts in the port infrastructure requirements, which are always shaped by local geographies and energy markets.
We work with a range of offshore wind clients, including developers, investors, national and state government, industry operators, port authorities and contractors. Our experience spans major strategic port development opportunities within the evolving offshore wind context, as well as having the critical technical specialists to cover the development needs from port infrastructure master planning to detailed design, procurement and construction.
Beyond wind power, a net zero, affordable and secure global energy system will also see a growth in the maritime transport of low carbon fuels and captured carbon. These products can be challenging to handle in a safe and efficient manner, requiring specialist infrastructure that is appropriately integrated with the wider port environment.
We bring together our technical, commercial and sustainability skills across ports, energy and shipping to shape infrastructure concepts and designs for the transport of liquid products of the future. We understand that consenting and construction of maritime import/export infrastructure can be on the critical path energy developments, and bring together our global and local knowledge to reduce associated risks.
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Eden Dock Activation project, UK
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Parson's Tunnel Rockfall Shelter, UK
Blending advanced engineering with traditional Japanese architecture to improve connectivity with Oita Airport
Oita hovercraft terminals, Japan
Generating waterfront access and economic growth through coastal resilience
Cleveland Harbor Eastern Embayment Resilience Strategy (CHEERS), USA
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Arup is helping clients to shape the future of ports, maritime transport and sustainable coastal communities. Together, we plan and develop the business case for growth and investment, as well as leading the transformation of ports as critical supply chain hubs to support the clean energy future.
