Takorama Elteknik signs agreement withTrelleborgs Hamn for energy storage of 4 MWh
The solar tech company Takorama Elteknik continues to strengthen its position in advanced energy solutions and has signed an agreement with Trelleborgs Hamn for the design and installation of an energy storage facility of 4 MWh. The initiative is a central part of the port’s efforts to increase its level of self-sufficiency and to meet upcoming EU requirements for shore-side electricity supply (shore power) for larger vessels.The energy storage facility is expected to be commissioned in 2026.
In recent years, Takorama Elteknik has broadened its offering to include solar energy, energy storage, electrical installations and advanced electrical technology, a holistic approach that makes the company well positioned for large and complex energy projects. By combining technical expertise with a clear focus on sustainability, the company helps customers future-proof their businesses.
The energy storage facility to be installed for Trelleborgs Hamn will bring several benefits in the transition to more sustainable and efficient operations. By storing energy at low usage and at a lower price and then using it when larger ships connect to shore power, the port can smoothly handle power peaks and at the same time relieve the electricity grid. The solution also strengthens the port's degree of self-sufficiency and contributes to significant reductions in emissions when diesel generators are replaced by clean electricity from shore.
Upcoming EU regulations place demands on ports Energy
Energy storage is expected to be a central component in the electrification that European ports are implementing to meet future requirements. The new EU regulations, which will come into force in 2030, mean that ships over 5,000 gross tons must connect to shore power at quayside.
"We are pleased to be entrusted with this project, which is a strategically important investment and shows how ports can take active responsibility for the energy supply. Trelleborgs Hamn is at the forefront and is doing something that many others will also need to do to meet future EU requirements for shore power and sustainable operations. We look forward to delivering a solution that combines high technical quality with concrete climate benefits" says Mikael Johansson, CEO of Takorama Elteknik.
Photo: Trelleborgs Hamn
