Port of Aarhus launches construction of 430-metre quay to enable new container terminal
The Port of Aarhus has taken a significant step forward in expanding its terminal infrastructure with the commencement of construction on a new 430-metre quay. The quay, which will feature a water depth of 14 metres, marks the final development phase of the so-called Omniterminal and will pave the way for a dedicated container terminal operated by MSC and Terminal Investment Limited (TIL).
In brief
The Port of Aarhus is expanding the Omniterminal by building a quay 430 metres long and 14 metres deep designed for container handling. MT Højgaard Danmark has been appointed general contractor, works will start after the summer holidays, and completion is planned for the end of 2026. The Danish Transport Authority granted building consent in early 2025, and the future container terminal will be set up by Mediterranean Shipping Company and Terminal Investment Limited. Port of Aarhus CEO Thomas Haber Borch points to strengthened supply chain security.
MT Højgaard Danmark has been appointed as the main contractor following a competitive tender process. The Danish Transport Authority granted regulatory approval for the quay earlier this year, enabling the Port to move swiftly into the implementation phase. Construction is scheduled to begin shortly after the summer of 2025 and is expected to be completed by the end of 2026.
- This agreement with MT Højgaard Danmark represents a strategic milestone in the transformation of the Omniterminal area. The establishment of a new container terminal will not only enhance the Port of Aarhus’s capacity but also strengthen supply chain resilience for Danish and international industries, said Thomas Haber Borch, CEO of the Port of Aarhus.
The new quay is part of a broader initiative to optimise the port’s multimodal capabilities and reinforce Aarhus’s status as a key logistics and maritime gateway in Northern Europe. The terminal area has already been leased to global shipping leader MSC and its terminal arm TIL, signalling a major long-term commitment to the site.
MT Højgaard Danmark brings extensive experience in marine infrastructure to the project, having delivered multiple large-scale port developments across Denmark.
- We’re proud to be selected for this project and to continue our strong collaboration with the Port of Aarhus. Our specialised marine construction division is well prepared to deliver a modern, efficient quay that meets the highest operational standards, said Carsten Lund, CEO of MT Højgaard Danmark.
The project underscores Denmark’s ongoing investment in maritime infrastructure and its ambition to secure long-term competitiveness in global shipping and logistics.
Source: Gazeta Morska · Compiled by: Kamil Kusier
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