Reconstruction of the Car terminal in the Skandia harbour

The car terminal in the eastern part of Skandia Harbour needs to be rebuilt to secure current and future operations. Berths 600–602 form part of Sweden’s largest car terminal and serve as a vital link for the import and export of vehicles, machinery, and project cargo. Skandia Harbour was originally developed during the 1960s and 1970s and has since undergone several upgrades and modernisation projects.

The development of global shipping has led to vessels becoming progressively larger and more efficient. The existing berths were originally designed for smaller RoRo vessels, limiting their ability to meet future transport demands. This project will create the conditions for a modern and flexible facility capable of handling larger vessels while safeguarding the long-term competitiveness of the car terminal.

The reconstruction will be carried out in phases, allowing vessels to continue calling at the terminal and enabling operations to remain active throughout the construction period.

What does the project include?

The project involves a comprehensive refurbishment and reconstruction of Berths 600–602. The works include demolition of parts of the existing quay structures and RoRo ramps, construction of new quays and ramps, reinforcement of terminal surfaces, and geotechnical stability measures such as piling and sheet piling.

A key component of the project is the deepening of the harbour basin to 11.5 metres, enabling calls by larger car carriers. This will involve dredging approximately 80,000 cubic metres of sediment.

Once completed, the project will provide a longer, straighter, and more flexible quay configuration, enabling two larger car carriers to be handled simultaneously. The quays will also be prepared for future shore power connections and for future container handling through feeder services.

Sustainability and consideration for marine environments

The reconstruction of Berths 600–602 is being planned with consideration for both environmental and climate impacts. As part of the permitting process, assessments are being conducted regarding potential effects on marine habitats, aquatic environments, and protected species. Measures to minimise turbidity and the spread of sediment during construction are planned, while contaminated materials will be managed separately. The project also includes the reuse of materials wherever possible and prepares the quays for future shore power connections.

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Timeline

Preliminary studies, permitting processes, and detailed design are planned to take place between 2026 and 2028. Construction is expected to begin during 2028–2029, with completion anticipated around 2030–2031.