Electricity sales

From January 2030, freight and passenger ships staying at EU ports for more than two hours will have to connect to the shore-side electricity supply (also known as 'onshore power supply, OPS) and use this electricity for all energy needs while at berth, unless they use zero-emission technologies or are in an emergency situation.

Shore power has the ability to reduce local noise and air pollution caused by ship operations in a port. It may also contribute favourably to the climate-driving impacts of ship operation, depending on the energy source.

Sonan bunkers will be offering shore power on favourable credit terms in most European ports where infrastructure is available.