Hamburg, September 18 – Bremer Hafenbetreiber BLG is investing 25 million euros in the expansion of its car terminal in the heart of Hamburg Port. A new hall, equivalent to one and a half football fields in size, will be constructed at Hohe Schaar, enabling vehicle preparation, painting, and equipping.
Significant Investment Amidst Automotive Challenges
Last year, approximately 130,000 cars were handled and temporarily stored at Hohe Schaar alone, a significant portion of which belonged to VW, despite the challenges faced by the automotive industry. Notably, around a quarter of these vehicles are now electric, a trend that continues to rise.
The cars processed at this terminal are primarily destined for the United Kingdom, Scandinavia, and the Mediterranean region. The BLG Group’s expansion with this new hall underscores its commitment to strengthening its presence and capabilities in the vital logistics hub of Hamburg.
Hamburg’s Economic Senator Welcomes the Initiative
Melanie Leonhard (SPD), Hamburg’s Economic Senator, lauded the project as a crucial signal for Hamburg’s standing as a logistics location and a significant step towards greater sustainability. The new hall, primarily designed for vehicle preparation, will be equipped with photovoltaic systems. The majority of the generated electricity will be consumed on-site, notably for charging cars and trucks, aligning with modern environmental standards.
The new hall on the BLG car terminal is projected to be completed within a year, marking a rapid progression for this substantial development.
MSC Headquarters and Other Hamburg News
In related news, the HafenCity district is set to receive a new seven-story glass building, which will serve as the German headquarters for MSC. The Swiss shipping company aims to occupy the new premises by 2028.
Other recent developments in Hamburg include the extension of contracts for HSV coach Polzin and his team, despite a weak start to the season. Additionally, a Danish court rejected Eugen Block’s application for visitation rights with his grandchildren. The Hamburg CDU has also presented a twelve-point action plan to combat anti-Semitism, following a recent increase in anti-Semitic incidents.
Furthermore, it was revealed that the district office was aware of individuals staying in a vacant hotel in St. Georg, near the main train station, for weeks.
