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Wind turbines play a crucial role in the energy transition. But as more and more wind farms are built, a new challenge is emerging: what happens to the wind turbine blades when they reach the end of their service life? It was precisely this question that was at the heart of the North-C Blade project, a collaboration between research institutions, industry and port partners, supported by the Energy Transition Fund.

LBC Vlissingen has taken the next step in the development of the Green Energy Hub in the Sloehaven. The Province of Zeeland has granted a permit for the planned tank terminal for the storage of methanol, biodiesel, and ammonia. Shortly thereafter, LBC received the Koploper Award from Nederland Waterstofland during the North Sea Port Conference.

The former EP NL organization continues as TTEP Netherlands. Since April 29, 2026, the Dutch energy company has been part of TTEP, a 50/50 partnership between TotalEnergies and EPH headquartered in Amsterdam. For Smart Delta Resources, the Sloe Power Plant in Ritthem is particularly relevant.

The arrival of the Oceana Frontier in Ghent marks a new step towards making the transport of raw materials by sea more sustainable. The bulk carrier, which transports iron ore from Canada, is capable of running on LNG.

A new network for circular and cleantech innovation in Flanders.
The initiative was selected under VLAIO’s ‘Innovative Business Networks’ (IBN) call for proposals and will receive support over the next three years.

The foundation works for Princess Elisabeth Island in the Belgian North Sea have been completed. Jan De Nul, together with DEME, as part of the TM EDISON consortium and on behalf of Elia Transmission Belgium, has installed the 23rd and final foundation element. 

Elia Transmission Belgium has been granted planning permission for two projects in the Ghent section of North Sea Port. These involve the construction of a new high-voltage substation in Kluizendok and the refurbishment of the existing Kennedylaan substation in Desteldonk.

Volvo Cars has reached an agreement with the federal and Flemish governments on new investments in the Ghent plant, giving this important industrial site in the North Sea Port region a new lease of life following a period of uncertainty regarding future production within the European network.

The State Secretary for Climate and Green Growth Jo-Annes de Bat has established the overall roadmap for the hydrogen network in the Southwest Netherlands. The network is part of the national and international hydrogen system and is intended to connect ports and industrial clusters in the Netherlands, Belgium, and Germany.

The report brings together facts, figures, and practical examples and shows how North Sea Port is working on sustainable growth, with a view to 2030 and 2050.

Smart Delta Resources partner EP NL has been part of TTEP, a new energy company of TotalEnergies and EPH, since April 29, 2026. In this combination, the European activities of both companies in the field of flexible electricity production are brought together.

LBC Tank Terminals is developing plans in Vlissingen for a terminal for the import and storage of green ammonia, combined with CO₂ storage and the production of green hydrogen. The development is planned for the Sloehaven in North Sea Port and fits within the broader strengthening of the Scheldt Delta Region as a hub for energy, raw materials, and industrial infrastructure.