Port of Cork offshore wind plan boosted by CEF funding

The CEF is an EU funding instrument to promote growth, jobs and competitiveness through targeted infrastructure investment in the fields of transport and energy at European level.

The funding means Port of Cork Company is a step closer to realising its potential for offshore renewable energy with increased capabilities.

The funding is earmarked to enable the port to accommodate a larger volume of vessels, while increasing throughput efficiency and the ability to serve a broader range of international customers.

Port of Cork interim chief executive Donal Crowley said, “This funding granted by the CEF is a significant milestone towards realising our Masterplan 2050 ambitions and supporting the crucial development of offshore renewable energy infrastructure.

“We are grateful for this investment, which will play a crucial role in bolstering the Port of Cork’s infrastructure and operating capabilities to help meet the demands of an ever-evolving global shipping industry.”

Port of Cork will invest the funding in its capacity and operational capabilities with the construction of two berth expansions: Ringaskiddy East and Ringaskiddy West.

Ringaskiddy East will see a 200-m extension to the existing container berth, with associated works including capital dredging to -13 m CD, piling, quay deck construction, quayside utilities and onshore power.

Ringaskiddy West will consist of a 182-m extension to the existing deepwater berth, with associated works including capital dredging to -13 m CD, piling, quay deck construction, quay utilities and OSP infrastructure.