{"id":21454,"date":"2025-10-02T05:00:57","date_gmt":"2025-10-02T05:00:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/projectcargoglobal.com\/?p=21454"},"modified":"2025-10-01T11:58:24","modified_gmt":"2025-10-01T11:58:24","slug":"hoegh-borealis-to-call-at-the-port-of-barcelona","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/projectcargoglobal.com\/?p=21454","title":{"rendered":"Hoegh Borealis to call at the Port of Barcelona"},"content":{"rendered":"

On September 30, the H\u00f6egh Borealis, one of H\u00f6egh Autoliners\u2019 groundbreaking Aurora Class vessels, will call at the Port of Barcelona to mark another milestone in the shared journey between H\u00f6egh Autoliners and the Port of Barcelona toward a greener, more sustainable deep-sea shipping industry.<\/strong><\/p>\n

The H\u00f6egh Borealis is part of the Aurora Class – the smartest, largest, and most environmentally advanced Pure Car and Truck Carriers (PCTCs) ever built.<\/p>\n

These vessels are designed to operate on zero-carbon fuels such as green ammonia and are equipped with cutting-edge digitalization and safety technologies. With a capacity of 9,100 CEU and readiness for shore power operations, the H\u00f6egh Borealis embodies the future of sustainable maritime transport.<\/p>\n

This port call is more than a logistical event – it is a celebration of aligned climate ambitions. The Port of Barcelona\u2019s strategic plan sets one of the most ambitious decarbonization targets in Europe: a 50% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 compared to 2017, surpassing the EU\u2019s Green Deal and Fit for 55 goals.
\nH\u00f6egh Autoliners shares this urgency, aiming for zero emissions across its operations by 2040.<\/p>\n

Andreas Enger, CEO of H\u00f6egh Autoliners, will be present at the port call alongside key stakeholders, including Enric Brau, Logistics Director at SEAT S.A., the Spanish car manufacturer behind the SEAT and CUPRA brands, and a strategic customer of both the shipping company and the port. Reflecting on the significance of this moment, Mr. Enger states:
\n\u201cOur Aurora Class vessels are not concepts; they are working, sailing answers to one of the most urgent challenges in our industry. The H\u00f6egh Borealis arriving in Barcelona is a powerful symbol of what\u2019s possible when vision meets action. Together with the Port of Barcelona, we are not just talking about sustainability – we are delivering it. Tomorrow must be greener, more sustainable, and more ready for zero-emission fuels. This partnership shows that when ports and carriers unite around a common purpose, we can accelerate the transition to a cleaner, better maritime future.\u201d<\/p>\n

Jos\u00e9 Alberto Carbonell, President of the Port of Barcelona, states that\u201cthe arrival of this vessel from H\u00f6egh Autoliners\u2019 Aurora series at the Port of Barcelona marks a step forward in our commitment to sustainability and the decarbonisation of port operations.<\/p>\n

H\u00f6egh Autoliners is a strategic partner that shares our vision for the future, advocating for more efficient and environmentally friendly logistics. The inclusion of the Port of Barcelona in the regular calls of H\u00f6egh\u2019s services, which connect major Asian ports with Europe, decisively strengthens the Shanghai-Barcelona logistics corridor for new vehicle traffic.<\/p>\n

As is well known, we are building a green corridor with Shanghai between the two ports, and I have no doubt that H\u00f6egh Autoliners\u2019 experience and commitment to sustainability can be key to ensuring maritime routes powered by green propulsion and efficient supply systems, such as our sustainable bunker hub, which offers services that few European ports can guarantee.\u201d<\/p>\n

Built for a low-carbon future, the Aurora Class is the most technically advanced and environmentally friendly series of car carriers ever constructed.<\/p>\n

All 12 vessels are designed from the keel up to transition to clean fuels, with the first eight powered by LNG via dual-fuel engines.<\/p>\n

The vessels are estimated to deliver 58% lower emissions per transported car compared to the industry average. The first 8 vessels are dual-fuel \u201cammonia-ready\u201d with reinforced decks and an integrated tank developed by TGE Marine at the heart of the design, allowing for straightforward conversion to be able to run on clean ammonia in the future.
\nThe final four vessels in this Aurora newbuilding program, scheduled for delivery from 2027, are dual-fuel vessels able to operate on ammonia from day one.<\/p>\n

The arrival of the H\u00f6egh Borealis reinforces the commitment of both H\u00f6egh Autoliners and the Port of Barcelona to lead the way in sustainable shipping. It is a testament to the power of collaboration, innovation, and shared responsibility in shaping a zero future for global trade.<\/p>\n

H\u00f6egh Autoliners\u2019 commitment represents a step forward in reducing emissions from maritime transport and port activity in Barcelona. The vessels in the Aurora series incorporate the most advanced technology to reduce emissions and can already benefit from the services offered by the Port of Barcelona as part of its strategy to become a hub for green energy production and distribution: they are powered by liquefied natural gas (LNG); they include Onshore Power Supply (OPS) systems, which will allow them to connect in the future to the port\u2019s electrical grid while docked; and they will become zero-emission vessels when they begin sailing with green ammonia starting in 2027.<\/p>\n

 
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