Hamburg invests over 300 million euros in quay renovation

Hamburg is undertaking a significant infrastructure upgrade, investing more than 300 million euros to renovate the Salzgitterkai, a vital quay facility stretching over 800 meters in the Altenwerder district. The project, funded by the city's budget over four years, is considered one of the most important infrastructure initiatives for the Port of Hamburg.

The Salzgitterkai plays a crucial role in supplying raw materials, primarily iron ore and coal, for the German steel company Salzgitter. However, its importance extends beyond this, serving other industrial companies across Germany and Central and Eastern Europe. Hamburg's Economic Senator Melanie Leonhard emphasized the indispensable nature of the city's quay facilities for the German economy.

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Hamburg's quay facilities are indispensable for the German economy.

"With the investments in this infrastructure, we are securing the supply of important industrial sectors throughout Germany," Leonhard stated, highlighting the project's broader economic implications. The renovation work is scheduled to conclude by October 2030.

The quay is operated by Hansaport Hafenbetriebsgesellschaft, a joint venture between Salzgitter and Hamburger Hafen und Logistik AG. Its depth of up to 17 meters allows for the unloading of large seagoing vessels. Subsequently, the raw materials are transported further inland via rail and truck, underscoring the facility's integral position in the supply chain.

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With the investments in this infrastructure, we are securing the supply of important industrial sectors throughout Germany.