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Hupac launches new rail connection between Antwerp and Tarragona Paragraphs Title Daily trains from Monday to Friday Heading type H2 Text Both Antwerp and Tarragona trains depart daily, Monday through Friday. The shuttle service allows the transportation of hazardous goods (ADR/RID) in addition to intermodal units (containers, trailers, etc.). The new rail connection will save approximately 2.1 tonnes of CO₂ emissions per transported road unit . Text alignment Left Background color Transparent Media HUPAC_2025 Title Strengthened connectivity within Spain Heading type H2 Text Parallel to the new shuttle between Antwerp and Tarragona, Hupac is also launching a new domestic rail connection between the El Morrot Terminal in Barcelona and the La Boella Terminal in Tarragona . This service also runs five times a week in both directions between Monday and Friday. Our port thereby provides a convenient and fast route for goods destined for the north-east coast of Spain .    You can find more information on Hupac's website . Media HUPAC_Tarragona_spoorverbinding_2025 Title Find your ideal connection with Routescanner Heading type H3 Text Looking to take the next step in your transportation plan? With Routesccanner, you can easily compare multimodal options to get goods to their destinations as efficiently and sustainably as possible. Button Plan your route Text alignment Right Background color Blue Media SupplyChainCampagne_Keyvisual_Routescanner_2023 Title You might also find this interesting Related content Rail transport Intermodal connections Background color Dark Blue External links External link Hupac launches new rail connection Title Hupac launches new rail connection Media HUPAC_2025 Text Hupac launches new rail connection between Antwerp and Tarragona. Center items Off Introduction Rail operator Hupac is further expanding its network to Spain with a new shuttle service between the Combinant Terminal in the Antwerp port area and the La Boella Terminal in Tarragona, Spain. The connection, in partnership with Lineas, began on 10 March and offers five round trips per week. Teaser title Hupac launches new rail connection between Antwerp and Tarragona Teaser text Rail operator Hupac is further expanding its network to Spain with a new shuttle service between the Combinant Terminal in the Antwerp port area and the La Boella Terminal in Tarragona, Spain. Teaser image HUPAC_2025 Date 2025-04-16T12:00:00 Tags Rail Logistics & supply chain Enable social sharing On Exclude from search Off Publication date Thu, 03/04/2025 - 17:29

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Hupac launches new rail connection between Antwerp and Tarragona

The Pierre Vandamme Lock celebrates its 40th anniversary Paragraphs Title The port's growth continues Heading type H2 Text The port of Zeebrugge sustained significant damage during World War II. A long-serving mayor of Bruges, Pierre Vandamme significantly contributed to the reshaping of the port. His efforts proved successful, as the port underwent meteoric expansion by the end of the 1960s. The current Visart Lock is simply too small for the increasingly large vessels navigating these waters. A new, larger lock is needed to ready Zeebrugge's inner port for the future. Title In 1985, the new lock officially opens Text Zeebrugge's largest lock   The project for Zeebrugge's largest lock was named after Pierre Vandamme. Construction work began in 1972. In these historic photos, the work has been underway for a year. In 1985, the time finally came: the lock officially opened. With a length of 500 metres, a width of 57 metres and a water depth of up to 18.5 metres , the Pierre Vandammel Lock has since effortlessly received the largest ro-ro ships in the world - ships that often carry thousands of cars at once. Background color Blue Show as quote On Masonry media Title Pierre Vandammemonument. Description Pierre Vandamme staat bij zijn eigen monument, op dat moment nog op de Havendam in de voorhaven van Zeebrugge. Title Ready for the next 40 years Heading type H2 Text After four decades of intensive use, the Pierre Vandammel Lock is due for a thorough renovation . Together with the Flemish government, Port of Antwerp-Bruges is working on plans to prepare the lock for the future. In doing so, we’re making sure this vital access point to the inner harbour remains dependable for the next 40 years. Text alignment Left Background color Transparent Media Vandammesluis_Zeebrugge_2020 Size Small Title You might also find this interesting Related content New Lock Zeebrugge RORO & automotive Background color Dark Blue Center items Off Introduction 2025 marks forty years since the largest vessels began using the Pierre Vandamme Lock to access Zeebrugge’s inner port. It has since become a vital part of the port’s expansion and daily operations. Teaser title The Pierre Vandamme Lock celebrates its 40th anniversary Teaser text 2025 marks forty years since the largest vessels began using the Pierre Vandamme Lock to access Zeebrugge’s inner port. It has since become a vital part of the port’s expansion and daily operations. Teaser image Vandammesluis_Zeebrugge_2020 Date 2025-04-09T12:00:00 Tags Zeebrugge Stories & blogs Enable social sharing On Exclude from search Off Publication date Wed, 09/04/2025 - 18:23

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Smart port Paragraphs Title Overview Heading type H4 Text Smart technologies NxtPort Open innovation platform Text alignment Right Background color Pink Media POAB Campagne_Fluxys_Zeebrugge_ 2022_bewerkt_HR Size Small ID technologies Text items Title Smart technologies Heading type H2 Text Smart technologies are proving their worth at the port. Port of Antwerp-Bruges is intensively testing a ‘digital twin’ of the port, sensors, autonomous drones and smart cameras for inspection or oil spill detection. By applying these innovations, we are able to permanently detect what is going on in the port . Background color Transparent ID technologies Title Digital twin Heading type H3 Text The digital twin is a digital copy of the port area with real-time information : which ships are in which locks and docks? Are all the life preservers hanging in their closets? How much energy are our wind turbines producing?    The Advanced Port Information & Control Assistant (APICA) is the brain of the application. A 3D interface with real-time information is the face of the application. Media FILM_Digital_Twin_APICA_2022_Eng_ondertiteling Heading type H6 Text This technology supports port employees in doing their jobs more efficiently and pleasantly. As a result, they can monitor moorings more accurately, detect incidents more quickly, etc. This all benefits safety and smooth traffic flow in the port. ID drones Title Drones Heading type H3 Text To make the large and complex port area even safer, more efficient and smarter, we are working with various partners to build a network of autonomous drones .   These drones serve to inspect infrastructure, along with surveillance and monitoring, berth management and oil spill or floating waste detection. In addition, they support security partners in case of incidents and fires. Text alignment Left Background color Transparent Media FILM_Drones_in_de_haven_EN_2022 ID 5g Title 5G network Heading type H3 Text In the future, 5G will form an important link in Port of Antwerp-Bruges' digital nervous system. For example, to send and process images and data from drones and cameras in real-time.   In Antwerp , together with the City of Antwerp, the Antwerp police service and Antwerp fire service , we are working to build a private 5G network to increase the speed, reliability and security of their digital applications.   In Zeebrugge we have rolled out a private 5G network, together with Citymesh and Nokia .   ID sensoren Title Smart sensors Heading type H3 Text Using various different sensors, we strive to control the port remotely and make it smarter. We use sensors to monitor water quality in the docks and extend the service life of asphalt. 3D-sonar sensors , in turn, make unmanned navigation possible. Finally, iNoses identify harmful gases at the port. Text alignment Left Background color Transparent Media Villari_sensoren_2021 1 Title Smart cameras Heading type H3 Text In Antwerp, 460 cameras keep an eye on the port. These smart cameras can recognise objects such as ships thanks to artificial intelligence . They also support us with incident and berth management. Moreover, we can share these images with security services. Media FILM_netwerksensoren_ENG_2023 Heading type H6 Text In Zeebrugge , 700 smart cameras have made their entrance at the port. Thanks to artificial intelligence  these digital tools can quickly and easily detect individuals and problems in the traffic network. A state-of-the-art Central Security Control Room then alerts the operator when an unwelcome visitor enters the port area.   In addition to the usual cameras, smart fencing in the port area also keeps intruders at bay. Text Port of Antwerp-Bruges is aiming to build a digital nervous system to fully manage the port remotely. By working with innovative partners and opening up the port as an innovation platform, we are making our port smarter, safer and more efficient. Author Jacques Vandermeiren Background color Transparent Sub text CEO Port of Antwerp-Bruges Media Jacques_Vandermeiren_2021 1 Size Small ID nxtport Title NxtPort Heading type H3 Text All the players in the logistics chain have information that they exchange with each other. NxtPort , a subsidiary of Port of Antwerp-Bruges, makes sharing data easier and more transparent. That way, all the players in the logistics chain get the right information at the right time. Media FILM_NxtPort_Corporate_video_2019 Heading type H6 Text The Bulkchain application ensures that the administrative processes in the breakbulk sector run faster and more smoothly, while Certified Pick up (CPu) offers a digital, secure and integrated solution for the release of containers .  Size Small ID innovation Title Open innovation platform Heading type H2 Text The port is an open platform for research and development . By bringing people and ideas together, we are shaping the port of the future.   Along with startups, scale-ups, accelerators, investment funds, government and knowledge institutions, Port of Antwerp-Bruges is creating a strong ecosystem that supports and accelerates innovation . Innovating together , we are opening up the port area as a testing ground where ideas and projects can be safely tested in a real industrial environment. Text items Title The Beacon Heading type H3 Text Port of Antwerp-Bruges has a permanent place in The Beacon , a hotspot where technology providers in Internet of Things and Artificial Intelligence, top researchers, startups and scale-ups collaborate on innovative and sustainable solutions . Title Plug & Play Maritime Heading type H3 Text Plug & Play Maritime  puts international start-ups in contact with the City of Antwerp, CMB, DXC Technology, Euronav and Port of Antwerp-Bruges. The aim? To test new technologies and drive the future of the maritime sector through world-class development and innovation. Background color Transparent Title You might also find this interesting Related content Mobile port Subsidized projects Sustainability and SDGs Applications Background color Blue Center items Off Teaser title Smart port Teaser text A smart port is one that brings together economy, climate and people. Smart technologies and digitisation play a key role in a smart port. Introduction A smart port is one that brings together economy, climate and people. Smart technologies and digitisation play a key role in a smart port. We have opened up our port as an innovation platform for these new technologies and are working with public and private players to create the port of the future. Teaser image Title Cargo Exclude from search Off Tags Sustainability & Innovation Antwerp Zeebrugge Technology Enable social sharing Off Publication date Fri, 15/10/2021 - 12:50

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Port regulations and bylaws Paragraphs Text items Title In Antwerp Heading type H3 Text Concessions Maritime shipping Inland navigation Towage Restaurants and cafes Events Dry docks Water-bound oil spills Brabo floating derrick crane Use of land in the port area Use of quays Port traffic regulations Title In Zeebrugge Heading type H3 Text Maritime shipping Safety rules Bunkering Underwater cleaning Geozone / drones Codex dangerous goods Background color Transparent Title General port regulation Heading type H2 Text All persons entering the port area must comply with the regulations of the port police regulation. Among other things, these rules pertain to:   order and safety, and environmental protection shipping storage and handling of bulk goods public port services and other port services penalties   A number of provisions of the port police regulation are detailed or practically elaborated in the Port Instructions.   order and safety and environmental protection: ISPS, emergency service access, boat trips, fishing shipping: VHF radio requirement, priority rules, moorings, locks, diving tasks, shore power facilities, waste collection, fumigation storage and handling of goods: dangerous and polluting goods, class 7 goods, used vehicles public port services and other port services: pilots, towage, bunkering Attachment items Title The general port police regulations Media Title The general port police regulations Description Applicable to the Antwerp port area. Button label Download Title Port Instructions Media Title Port Instructions Antwerp Description Port instructions applicable for the Antwerp port area. Button label Download Attachment items Title The general port regulation Media Title The general port regulation Description Applicable to the Bruges port area. (Dutch only) Button label Download Title The general port regulation - Amendments Media Title The geberal port regulation - Amendments Description Applicable to the Bruges port area. (Dutch only) Button label Download Title Specific regulations, instructions, directives, and tariffs Heading type H2 Text The port regulations also include rules and rates for services. ID antwerpen-concessies Title Concessions Attachment items Title Concession rates 2024 Media Title Concession rates 2025 Description Applicable for the Antwerp port area. Button label Download ID antwerpen-zeevaart Title Maritime shipping Attachment items Title Tariff regulations for sea-going vessels 2024 Media Title Tariff regulations for sea-going vessels 2024 Description Applicable for the Antwerp port area. Button label Download Title Tariff regulations for waste of sea-going vessels 2024 Media Title Tariff regulations for waste of sea-going vessels 2024 Description Applicable to the Antwerp port area. Button label Download ID antwerpen-binnenvaart Title Inland navigation Attachment items Title Tariff regulation for inland navigation 2024 Media Title Tariff regulation for inland navigation 2024 Description Applicable to the Antwerp port area. Button label Download ID antwerpen-slepen Title Towage Attachment items Title Tariff regulation for towing in the docks 2024 Media Title Tariff regulation for towing in the docks 2024 Description Applicable in the Antwerp port area. Button label Download Title Towage regulation 2017 Media Title Towage regulation Description Applicable to the Antwerp port area. Button label Download ID antwerpen-horeca Title Restaurants and cafes Attachment items Title Tariff regulations for catering activities (food and drink outlets) 2024 Media Title Tariff regulations for catering activities (food and drink outlets) 2025 Description Applicable for the Antwerp port area. (Dutch only) Button label Download Title Tariff regulations for catering activities 2024 Media Title Tariff regulations for catering activities 2024 Description Applicable to the Antwerp port area. (Dutch only) Button label Download ID antwerpen-evenementen Title Events Attachment items Title Tariff regulations for events 2023 Media Title Tariff regulations for events 2023 Description Applicable in the sea port area of Antwerp. (Only in Dutch) Button label Download ID antwerpen-droogdokken Title Dry docks Attachment items Title Tariff regulations for the use of dry docks 2024 Media Title Tariff regulations for the use of dry docks 2024 Description Applicable to the Antwerp port area. (Dutch only) Button label Download ID antwerpen-olie Title Water-bound oil spills Attachment items Title Tariff regulations for water-bound oil spills - 2021 Media Title Tariff regulations for water-bound oil spills - 2021 Description Applicable to the Antwerp port area. (Dutch only) Button label Download ID antwerpen-brabo Title Brabo floating derrick crane Attachment items Title Tariff regulations for the use of floating derrick crane Brabo 2024 Media Title Tariff regulations for the use of floating derrick crane Brabo 2024 Description Applicable to the Antwerp port area. Button label Download ID antwerpen-gronden Title Use of land in the port area Attachment items Title Regulation on the use of land in the port area 2024 Media Title Regulation on the use of land in the port area 2025 Description Applicable to the Antwerp port area. (Dutch only) Button label Download ID antwerpen-kaaien Title Use of quays Attachment items Title Regulations on the use of quays and sheds in the port area 2024 Media Title Regulations on the use of quays and sheds in the port area 2025 Description Applicable to the Antwerp port area. (Dutch only) Button label Download ID antwerpen-havenverkeersverordening Title Port traffic regulations Heading type H2 Text Specialised port vehicles such as straddle carriers typically operate on private land. Do you plan to drive one of these port vehicles on public roads? Then the vehicle must comply with the port traffic regulation. This regulation is a supplement to the highway code. Button Port traffic regulations Text alignment Right Background color Pink Media Antwerp_Gateway_DP_World_2019 (9) ID zeebrugge-zeevaart Title Maritime shipping Attachment items Title Information brochure from the Harbour Master's Office Media Title Information brochure from the Harbour Master's Office Description Applicable to the Bruges port area. (Dutch only) Button label Download Title Tariff regulation on sea-going vessels 2024 Media Title Tariff regulations for sea-going vessels 2024 Description Applicable to the Bruges port area. Button label Download ID zeebrugge-veiligheidsvoorschriften Title Safety rules Attachment items Title General safety requirements at terminals, quays, jetties, landing bridges, pontoons and other port infrastructure Media Title General safety requirements at terminals, quays, jetties, landing bridges, pontoons and other port infrastructure Description Applicable to the Bruges port area. (Dutch only) Button label Download ID zeebrugge-bunkeren Title Bunkering Attachment items Title Bunkering regulations Media Title Bunkering regulations Description Applicable to the Bruges port area. (Dutch only) Button label Download ID zeebrugge-onderwaterreiniging Title Underwater cleaning Attachment items Title Underwater cleaning regulations Media Title Underwater cleaning regulations Description Applicable to the Bruges port area. (Dutch only) Button label Download ID zeebrugge-geozone Title Geozone and drones Attachment items Title Regulations for Geographic UAS Zone - Geozone Media Title Regulations geographic UAS zone - Zeebrugge Description These regulations apply to the port area of Zeerbugge. Only available in Dutch. Button label Download Title Drone portal Media Title Manual drone portal Zeerbugge Description Manuel for the drone portal idronect for drone flights in the port area of Zeebrugge? Button label Download ID Zeebrugge-gevaarlijkgoed Title Codex dangerous goods Attachment items Title Codex dangerous goods Media Title Codex voor gevaarlijke goederen Zeebrugge Description Codex for handling dangerous goods in Zeebrugge. (Only in Dutch) Button label Download Title Contact our experts Body Any Questions? Don't hesitate to contact us. Contact items Harbour Master's Office Antwerp (HMO) Function Harbour Master Service Phone +32 3 229 71 00 Email address harbourmastersoffice@portofantwerpbruges.com Enable social sharing Off Override button label On Button label Mail HMO Antwerp Harbour Master's Office Zeebrugge (HMO) Function Harbour Master Service Phone +32 50 54 32 40 Email address hkd.zeebrugge@portofantwerpbruges.com Enable social sharing Off Override button label On Button label Mail HMO Zeebrugge Port Authority Supervisors (PAS) Avatar Function Enforcement department Port of Antwerp-Bruges Phone +32 3 229 67 33 Email address pas@portofantwerpbruges.com Enable social sharing Off Override button label On Button label Mail PAS Port Dues Avatar Function Port Dues Port of Antwerp-Bruges Phone + 32 3 229 70 77 Email address portdues@portofantwerpbruges.com Enable social sharing Off Override button label On Button label Mail Port Dues Title You might also find this interesting Related content Harbour Master's Office Regulations for dangerous goods Port Traffic Regulation Antwerp Request authorisations Background color Blue Center items Off Teaser title Port regulations and bylaws Teaser text International, European, national and local laws apply in the Port of Antwerp-Bruges port area. Introduction International, European, national and local laws apply in the Port of Antwerp-Bruges port area. The Harbour Master's Office in Antwerp and Zeebrugge issues general harbour regulations, the Port Police Regulation, for its jurisdiction. This port regulation lays down provisions concerning the environment, traffic and safety. There are also a number of specific regulations and directives, for example on tariffs. Teaser image Title Havenreglement Exclude from search Off Tags Maritime & Nautical Port operations Harbour Master's Office Antwerp Zeebrugge Enable social sharing Off Publication date Fr

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Hydrogen Paragraphs Title Overview Heading type H4 Text What is hydrogen? Essental role in the energy transition How do we build a hydrogen economy? Text alignment Right Background color Blue Media HYDROTUG 1_Haven van Oostende_1_2022 ID what-is-hydrogen Title What is hydrogen? Heading type H2 Text Hydrogen (H) is the simplest and most abundant element in our universe. It has one proton and one electron. In its pure form, it occurs as hydrogen gas (H 2 ) , also called hydrogen for short. At room temperature, it is a colourless and odourless gas that is non-toxic. Hydrogen is an important cornerstone in the energy and resource transition towards climate neutrality. Title How is hydrogen made? Heading type H3 Text Hydrogen gas (H 2 ) is barely to be found on earth, but hydrogen atoms are hidden in larger compounds with other elements. Extracting the  hydrogen from these molecules  requires a lot of energy. Depending on the energy source used for its production, we distinguish between  grey, blue and green hydrogen . Text alignment Left Background color Transparent Media ICOON_Waterstof_Rood.ai Text items Title Grey hydrogen Heading type H4 Text Grey hydrogen is made with fossil fuels . During production, CO₂ is released into the atmosphere. Title Blue hydrogen Heading type H4 Text Blue hydrogen is also produced with  fossil fuels , but the released CO₂ is captured and stored , so that it does not enter the atmosphere. The captured CO₂ is reused for other applications. This is an important step towards green hydrogen. Title Green hydrogen Heading type H4 Text Green hydrogen is made with electrolysis : you subject water to electricity so that it splits into hydrogen and oxygen gas. If you get that electricity from renewable energy sources , no CO₂ is released. Heading type H2 Text A great deal of energy is needed to separate hydrogen from larger molecules. This energy is released once more when the hydrogen gas reconnects with other atoms. This is what makes hydrogen is an  energy carrier . Despite of its energy intensive production, hydrogen has many advantages: it causes no emissions when burned and its production can be completely green.   Hydrogen has several applications and can be used: to  store surplus energy . as an  alternative energy source  in industry. as  fuel  in the transport sector. Hydrogen can be used in an internal combustion engine without emitting any pollutants. as  feedstock in the chemical industry. Text alignment Right Background color Pink Media Fluxys_Zeebrugge_ 2022 (5) ID energy-transition Title Essential role in the energy transition Heading type H2 Text Port of Antwerp-Bruges is a major energy hub  today. A great many companies at the port are closely involved in the production, processing and distribution of energy to and from various European and global markets. Unfortunately, this also releases greenhouse gases. Today, CO 2 emissions from the entire port area amount to around 17 million tons.   Port of Antwerp-Bruges wants to be climate neutral by 2050 . This is why it is necessary to switch to green energy and raw materials. Media FILM_Waterstof_stromenmodel_EN_2023 Attachment items Media Title Green energy hub Description From import and production to European offtake. Discover how Port of Antwerp-Bruges is the ideal energy hub for hydrogen and hydrogen carriers. Button label Download ID hydrogen-economy Title How do we build a hydrogen economy? Heading type H2 Text Port of Antwerp-Bruges plays a major role in the local and international hydrogen economy or hydrogen chain by focusing on three pillars:   Production and import Infrastructure and distribution Local hydrogen consumption and transport to hinterland end-users Media FILM_Waterstof_roadmap_EN_2023 Attachment items Media Title Hydrogen roadmap Description Hydrogen roadmap 2030, a clear overview of all actions taken now and in the future to become your sustainable business platform for today and tomorrow. Button label Download ID production Title 1. Production and import Heading type H3 Title 1.1 Local production with renewable energy Heading type H4 Text We get  green energy  from electricity we generate ourselves sustainably , through  solar panels and wind farms  at sea and on land. We are working on the  local production   of hydrogen  and derivatives. This is how we are testing new technologies and have the first significant green hydrogen streams available. Title HyoffWind Heading type H5 Text This Bruges-based consortium will build a plant that converts renewable energy into green hydrogen by 2026. The plant will convert electricity from partners Parkwind and Eoly Energy into green hydrogen gas for the natural gas grid, industrial users at home & abroad and for balancing Elia's electricity grid. Text alignment Left Background color Transparent Media Hyoffwind_waterstoffabriek_2022 (1) Title Plug Heading type H5 Text A hydrogen plant in NextGen District in Antwerp that will produce green hydrogen. By combining locally produced solar and wind energy and purchased green electricity, they can produce 12,500 tonnes of liquid and gaseous green hydrogen per year for the European market. Title 1.2 Local blue production Heading type H4 Text Antwerp@C aims to capture, liquefy and store CO₂ intermediately (Carbon Capture & Storage, CCS) by 2030 and then ship it to underground storage. Using captured CO₂, natural gas is converted to blue hydrogen and stored underground. With the A@C consortium, which also includes Kairos@C from BASF and Air Liquide, work is ongoing on the necessary CO₂ infrastructure to make this possible.  Title 1.3 Renewable energy imports Heading type H4 Text There is not enough wind or solar energy in Belgium and Western Europe to supply the port and all its users with green energy. This means we need to import renewable energy from regions where sun and wind are available in large quantities.   We are therefore committed to the global  supply or  importing of hydrogen and its carriers   from   countries such as Chile, Oman, Namibia, USA, Canada, Egypt or Brazil. There is a surplus of green electicity from solar and wind energy there. The  global spread  of these regions ensures that Belgium and Europe are  less dependent  on a small number of countries for their energy supplies. We expect the first imports in 2026.   The Hydrogen Import Coalition , comprising leading players such as DEME , Engie , Exmar , Fluxys , WaterstofNet and Port of Antwerp-Bruges, recently presented a detailed roadmap for hydrogen import in Belgium. This ambitious strategic vision provides insight into possible future scenarios and the associated infrastructure development. Media Port of Antwerp-Bruges as lever for a global hydrogen supply chain_UNI_2022 07 Title How do you import energy? Heading type H5 Text You can import energy in the form of hydrogen bound to another molecule. Port of Antwerp-Bruges is committed to importing large volumes of sustainable hydrogen (carriers) , such as liquid hydrogen, methanol, ammonia, synthetic methane and Liquid Organic Hydrogen Carrier (LOHC's). The latter substance is a pure transport molecule for hydrogen . At the port, we convert these substances back into pure hydrogen that we can use as a raw material or fuel. Text alignment Right Background color Pink Media FOTO_Waterstofcoalitie_Exmar_2020 ID infrastructure Title 2. Infrastructure and distribution Heading type H3 Text Port of Antwerp-Bruges has the necessary infrastructure  for receiving and further distributing hydrogen. This includes quays, terminals and  pipelines . We are developing new infrastructure and increasing capacity. Text alignment Left Background color Transparent Media Pijpleiding_Borealis_2020 (13) Text items Title Hydrogen network Heading type H4 Text There is a private hydrogen network operated by Air Liquide in the port area of Antwerp. Fluxys is working on an open-access hydrogen pipeline connecting Antwerp and Zeebrugge with the German hinterland and the other neighbouring countries. Any company can connect to an open-access pipeline. Title Reception terminals Heading type H4 Text Port of Antwerp-Bruges already has the necessary infrastructure for receiving various hydrogen carriers such as methanol, ammonia and methane today. We are continuing to build these up for storing larger volumes . For example, Fluxys and Advario are planning to build an open-access import terminal for green ammonia by 2027 . Background color Transparent Heading type H2 Text Industry uses both hydrogen carriers and pure hydrogen gas. Port of Antwerp-Bruges is working on plants that extract the gas from hydrogen carriers. Air Liquide is thus building a pilot plant for cracking ammonia (NH3) on an industrial scale in the port of Antwerp. When hydrogen is converted into ammonia, you can easily transport it over long distances. ID production Title 3. Local hydrogen consumption and transport to hinterland end-users Heading type H3 Text Both industry and transport at the port already consume hydrogen, ammonia and methanol today. For example, the chemical industry uses hydrogen in large quantities in the refining or production of chemicals. The market for green hydrogen and derivatives is growing rapidly: for reuse as a raw material , in heat production and heavy transport . Text items Title NextGen District Heading type H4 Text In NextGen District , a great many companies will be experimenting with new hydrogen-based technologies. Title Own fleet Heading type H4 Text We are also experimenting with environmentally friendly fuels for our own fleet. The Hydrotug and Methatug , the world's first tugs running on hydrogen and methanol respectively, sail around Antwerp. Port of Antwerp-Bruges is also the first European port with an all-electric tug in its fleet. Background color Transparent Title Alternative fuel Heading type H4 Text As one of the largest bunkering ports in the world , we offer climate-neutral fuels such as methane, methanol , hydrog

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