Solutions for Ports & Terminals


  • Ports and terminals are at the forefront of maritime sustainability, facing increasing pressure to implement shore power solutions and meet evolving regulatory requirements. With the introduction of AFIR and FuelEU Maritime, port authorities and terminal operators must ensure infrastructure readiness, while balancing costs, operational challenges, and stakeholder coordination.

    Navigating these complexities requires technical expertise, regulatory insight, and a clear business case - resources that many ports and terminals lack in-house.

    We provide on-demand sustainability expertise to support your shore power strategy, from regulatory compliance to financial modelling and infrastructure planning. Whether you need techno-economic guidance on implementing shore power, understanding regulatory requirements, or optimizing business cases, we help you take the next step with confidence.

    We offer flexible services to keep you in control at all times - pay per use, memberships, or consultancy. Contact us and schedule a meeting to find the right solution for you.

We can help you to …

  • The regulatory landscape for ports and terminals is evolving rapidly, with new sustainability mandates like FuelEU Maritime and AFIR reshaping the industry. Compliance is not just about following the rules- it’s about strategic planning to minimize costs and future-proof investments.

    We helped Port of Rotterdam, Damen Shipyards and the Province of South-Holland to asses their obligations with respect to shore power by means of techno-economic feasibility studies tailored to their needs. Turn compliance into a business opportunity and contact us to learn what we can do for you.

  • Shore power investments are complex, and every port has unique infrastructure and vessel needs. How much power do vessels require? Which terminals need upgrades? What’s the breakeven cost or kWh price?

    We provide data-driven insights on vessel power demand, infrastructure requirements, CAPEX and OPEX estimates, ensuring that shore power projects are technically and financially sound. A member of Sustainable Ships’ crew was personally responsible for making the business case for the shore power project of Heerema in the Calandkanaal, which led to the realization of the largest single shore power connection in Rotterdam. Check out our how our shore power tools can do the same for you.

  • Building the right shore power infrastructure requires major investments. Finding the right suppliers, equipment, and financing options can be overwhelming. We help ports and terminals compare budget quotes, evaluate suppliers, and secure cost-effective solutions, ensuring the best ROI on shore power projects. We performed these analyses in depth in Project BOEI, and for the development of the shore power project of Heerema in the Calandkanaal.

    Contact us today to discuss how we can support your business case.

How it works

  • Explore our interactive tools designed for shore power planning, technical requirements, regulatory compliance, and cost analysis to find the help you need. Get instant insights into vessel power demand, FuelEU penalties, and shore power feasibility for any vessel or terminal.

    Browse our selection of freemium tools on shore power here.

  • Sign up or use our tools to assess your port’s unique shore power needs. We help you understand vessel traffic, infrastructure gaps, and cost-effective compliance strategies. Need a tailored approach? Our experts are always on standby!

    Contact us to schedule a demo so we can understand your needs.

  • Compare budget quotes, connect with trusted suppliers, and develop a step-by-step implementation plan. Whether you need technical assessments, business cases, or regulatory insights, we ensure your shore power projects succeed. We can even provide support with installation and implementation ourselves or through our partner network - you stay in control!

    Contact us to schedule a call and we can discuss your needs.

Pricing options

  • Our pay per use option gives you instant access to a premium tool whenever you need them. Determine average shore power demand or technical requirements for your terminal on demand - no subscription or commitment required. You stay in complete control and are not dependent on us, we simply give you a head start in building your own solution. Pay per use is ideal if you want to build it yourself, or test the waters before diving in deeper.

  • Our membership provides unlimited access to premium tools and the feature to upload your terminal and ship requirements into a personal environment. We also provide up to 2 hours of support each month to build your personal business cases or research challenges you face. Check out all benefits here.

  • Our consultancy services are required when you exceed the monthly amount of support, or when you need dedicated help with a techno-economic feasibility study. We charge per hour or, pending your scope, we can do a lump sum offer. Contact us today to discuss options.

Get instant business cases for shore power

Every port has unique challenges when implementing shore power: varying vessel energy demands, evolving regulations, different quayside requirements etc.. We transform your needs into an interactive tool that allows you to visualize costs, savings, CAPEX, OPEX and more. With just a few inputs, you can explore different scenarios, optimize shore power investments, and ensure regulatory compliance without the need for costly external consultants. Contact us to request a demo. 

What our clients say

  • “They performed an exploratory study on rules and regulations for several of our focus regions and a selection of our vessels and technologies. This gives us great insights on what is important for our customers. We now understand better what the impact of EU ETS will be for our clients, and which actions we should take in order to be prepared for the future.”

    Matthijs Richelle - Service Development Manager

  • “Sustainable Ships delivered an exceptional ammonia comparison tool that exceeded our expectations. Their expertise and efficiency in developing this specialized Excel-based solution within just six weeks has significantly enhanced our ability to present compelling business cases to potential shipowners. This innovative tool is instrumental in our mission to establish ammonia infrastructure in the US, positioning us at the forefront of sustainable shipping solutions. Sustainable Ships has proven to be an invaluable partner in navigating the complex landscape of alternative fuels in the maritime industry.”

    Paul Rodgers - EVP of Business Development, Ten08 Energy

  • “Vincent has helped us understanding the challenges, considerations and cost impacts of getting an existing vessel ready for receiving shore power. The Sustainable Ships tools and report provide insight and work intuitively. We believe ship owners could definitely use the expertise that Sustainable Ships has to offer.”

    Ryan Cornelisse - Business Manager Shore Power

Frequently asked questions

  • We offer pay-per-use services via our store, a membership that allows access to premium tools and select services, as well as dedicated consultancy at an hourly rate.

    Feel free to contact us any time to discuss which needs suits you best.

  • Yes we do!

    These projects require a great deal of expectation management however. We therefore require time to prepare and understand your scope, as well as making a clear milestone planning for payments and the work itself. Contact us to discuss terms.

  • Yes.

    You can subscribe for one month, download everything there is to download and cancel your subscription. We do not like that, but it is how our offer works.

    It is up to us to provide you monthly value for money. It is up to you let let us know what you need so we can build it for you and save you a lot of time.

  • For memberships, we will do everything we can to help you but there is a limit to what we can offer. Our fair-use policy states we limit the amount of support hours on a monthly basis by 2.

    With custom consultancy plus the 20% discount, you can receive further support and customization for all your needs.

  • No problem. Contact us via the helpdesk or otherwise and we can set up invoicing to get you started within a day.

  • We generally do not provide free trials, as this is not needed. We offer all our tools as a freemium service as well, which means you can try all of them at no charge.

    If you want, we can provide you with the embeddable link to host the tool on your website.

    The difference with the premium tools is that these include more features, including reporting, as well as the availability of your own ships in your own tools, which saves you a lot of time and gives you better estimates. Contact us to schedule a demo call if you like to know more.

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