Services that stick, chains that click

From berthing to bunkering, from power to a clean ship: the port services and supply chain partners in our harbour are at your service day and night. Well arranged, seamlessly connected and always moving at full speed.

  • Anchored in the Dutch port world since 1971, Vlissingse Bootliedenwacht is known to keep ships moving. Mooring, unmooring, towing, crew runs and oil spill cleanup – all backed by a strong and modern fleet.

    Picture of a crew member of a tugboat in North Sea Port’s Vlissingen sub-area.
  • Day or night, Verenigde Bootlieden handle the mooring and unmooring of vessels in Terneuzen. With skilled linesmen and a modern fleet, they offer 24/7 services, including crew transport and ship supplies.

    Picture of North Sea Port’s sounding boat.
  • De Eendracht is the go-to partner for mooring and unmooring in Ghent. They also provide crew transport, pontoon rental and assistance with ship repairs, backed by a rich history dating back to 1885.

    Picture of an inspection vessel next to a seagoing vessel in North Sea Port’s Ghent sub-area.
  • Need underwater cleaning in Ghent? Our approved service providers handle propellers and hulls with care. Working under port permit rules, they ensure safe and precise cleaning. Find the full overview below.

    Picture of water in North Sea Port’s Vlissingen sub-area.

Services & partners: inland shipping

Fresh water, shore power, waste disposal – with Connect4Shore you sort it all in a single step. The app steers you straight to the nearest taps, plugs and containers across the port. More info about shore power

  • The Connect4Shore app gives you direct access to waste containers throughout North Sea Port. Easy disposal, clean decks, neat quays.

    Picture of a crew member of a bunker vessel in North Sea Port’s Vlissingen sub-area.
  • From Vlissingen to Terneuzen and Ghent – water bunkering is easy. Locations for refilling are shown on the Connect4Shore map. You can also contact one of our approved suppliers directly.

    Picture of a crew member of a bunker vessel in North Sea Port’s Vlissingen sub-area.
  • We’re charging ahead with green shore power: cleaner air, less noise, more sustainability. Connect4Shore shows you all available hookups and how to register.

    Picture of a shore power cabinet for inland vessels at the Sifferdok in North Sea Port Ghent.

Services & partners: maritime shipping

Need water? Dispose waste? Want to bunker fuel? During the pre-arrival registration, the ship’s agent must request all services in Enigma+, the digital port desk of North Sea Port. Smart!

  • An up-to-date list of recognised bunker suppliers is available via Port Operations. Requests are handled through Enigma+. Remember to contact the port service before and after bunkering — those are the rules of the game.

    Picture of a crew member of a bunker vessel at Lineage in North Sea Port’s Vlissingen sub-area.
  • Captains or agents must report waste streams via Enigma+, our digital port system. From waste type and requirements to collection points – everything is arranged here quickly, clearly and centrally. Also download ‘Port Waste Plan NL 2025’ and ‘Waste Management Plan BE 2022’.

    Picture of brooms, brushes and floor squeegees on a seagoing vessel in North Sea Port’s Ghent sub-area.
  • Towage services? Requests them during your pre-arrival registration in Enigma+. We work with recognised providers: Multraship, Boluda and Sleepdienst van Aerde.

    Picture of the anchor of an offshore carrier at BOW Terminal in North Sea Port’s Vlissingen sub-area.
  • Need fresh water in Ghent, Terneuzen or Vlissingen? Vlissingse Bootliedenwacht delivers fast and reliably to your vessel. Order straight from the supplier.

    Picture of a technical drawing on a seagoing vessel in North Sea Port’s Ghent sub-area.
  • In Vlissingen, Terneuzen and Ghent, De Eendracht keeps ships topped up with safe drinking water. A quick request and your tanks are filled. Agents book this service straight with De Eendracht.

    Picture of North Sea Port’s sounding boat.
  • So many options! And Scheldt Water Trading completes the line-up, supplying drinking water in Vlissingen, Terneuzen and Ghent. Need a quick and easy connection? Contact them directly.

    Picture of a buoy near the entrance to the Sloehaven in North Sea Port’s Vlissingen sub-area.

On course as a service provider

We like working with partners we can count on. That’s why there are clear rules for every port service. In Ghent, you’ll also need to meet the conditions in the Port Services Framework.

The framework lays it all out: permits, safety, agreements. It’s the key to keeping cooperation in our port smooth, safe and fair.

Offering or looking for a service? We’re here!

North Sea Port connects partners who want to move forward. Looking for a service provider or want to join our chain as a partner? Get in touch!