Liveable North Sea Port District
In the North Sea Port District, industry, residential areas and nature exist side by side. Through the ‘Liveable North Sea Port District’ project, we are ensuring that this region not only functions...
1 destination, 2 transitions
Reaching a climate-neutral 2050 means navigating two key currents: energy and feedstock. It’s how we make our port resilient and future-ready.
From fossils to renewables
To green the industry in our port, we’re switching to renewable and recycled resources—while capturing and reusing CO₂ along the way (CCUS).
Streamlining resources, powering industry
By tapping into residual flows and forging industrial symbiosis, we cut back on primary raw materials—and anchor our strategic strength.
Space for circular growth
We’re making room for the future. Around five circular valleys, we’re creating space for pioneers shaping a climate-neutral, circular industry. Discover the hotspots here.
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Green hydrogen. Biorefining. Chemical recycling. Vlissingen offers ample space for energy projects that combine circular thinking with renewable fuels and CO₂ reduction.
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This is where initiatives in CO₂ storage and reuse, and circular chemistry, are thriving. Think Alta Carbon and cutting-edge technologies like chemical recycling, which turns residual flows into sustainable raw materials.
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Here, SFP transforms agricultural residual flows into green gas for households. Nearby greenhouse horticulture focuses on smart reuse of residual heat and CO₂ exchange.
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ArcelorMittal is developing the North-C Circular Cluster here, with circular carbon at its core. Rodenhuize offers the ideal infrastructure for collaboration on CO₂ reuse and industrial synergies.
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This area is already buzzing with circular activity. From bio-LNG to chemical plastic recycling and smart symbioses where companies use each other’s residual heat and flows to create a closed, circular chain.
“We encourage the development of circular value chains in which the value of raw materials and resources is preserved as much as possible. As a port, we have excellent access to feedstock of tomorrow.”
Circular? It’s a joint effort.
Circularity only works through collaboration. We connect companies, knowledge and governments, and provide infrastructure, space, logistics, and a prime location. The circular puzzle fits right here.
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We’re a true connector—between companies (including with each other), governments, knowledge institutions, and the local community. We actively stimulate and facilitate alliances, projects and innovations that accelerate the circular transition.
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We provide the right, tailor-made infrastructure and logistics to keep circular industry moving. From CCUS to water loop closure and plastic recycling—specialist crews are charting smarter routes across all six value chains. We’re getting it done.
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We are multimodally accessible, with deep-sea access and strong hinterland connections. Anchored near knowledge centres, fluent in international rules, and plugged into renewable energy and hydrogen—this is where it’s happening.
New Lock Terneuzen
The New Lock in Terneuzen isn’t just another piece of infrastructure – it’s our bold new entryway to Europe. Among the largest locks in the world, it opens the way for bigger ships, smoother traffic...
North Sea Portal
North Sea Portal is set to become the digital heartbeat of our port. A customer-focused, central platform that brings our port community together, streamlines logistics processes and facilitates...
Cross-border hydrogen infrastructure
Together with our partners, we’re building Europe’s first cross-border hydrogen infrastructure: a pipeline network connecting industries across Northwest Europe.
Rail Ghent Terneuzen
The railway between Ghent and Terneuzen is getting a major upgrade, with a robust rail network will soon shape the future of sustainable freight transport.
380 kV connection Zeelandic Flanders
Together with our partners, we’re driving a crucial project: the construction of a new, robust 380 kV high-voltage connection in Zeelandic Flanders.
Close the loop. Reach out!
Questions, plans or just plain curious? Get in touch with Nathalie Cogghe, our Commercial Manager
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Chemicals
We’ve got chemistry — both literally and figuratively. Production, storage, logistics and energy are all smartly integrated here. Read more.
Energy
We’re Europe’s leading energy port: powering industry with hydrogen, wind, heat, and CO₂ reuse. Everything comes together here for a cleaner, stronger future.
Hydrogen
With 600,000 tonnes of hydrogen produced and consumed each year, we are already Europe’s No. 1 hydrogen cluster. Learn more.
Opportunities and matchmaking
At North Sea Port, you’ll catch the wind just right. We offer space to grow, great access and a strong network for collaborations. Read more
Trade facilitation
We like to keep things flowing. With smart monitoring, fast customs clearance, a single point of contact and a digital portal, the import and export of goods will be easier than ever.
Company directory
With 550+ companies in our port, there’s a partner that matches your ambitions. Find the right one in our directory.