Insights into the harbor: Exposed open house in Wilhelmshaven!

Insights into the harbor: Exposed open house in Wilhelmshaven!

On June 14, 2025, Lower Saxony Ports invited to an exciting open house in Wilhelmshaven. From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., visitors had the opportunity to look behind the scenes of the port and get to know the diverse activities of the port company. Marc Niedermeyer, the department head of the Port Office, carried out the event and presented the various departments and services offered in the Pacific 1 branch.

The event was a complete success, the response was extremely positive. Visitors were able to find out more about the work of the port railway, real estate management, technology & technical service as well as human resources and characters. In addition, the largest customers of NPORS, including renowned logistics service providers, energy companies and shipyards, presented their services to information stands.

interactive experiences for young and old

A highlight of the day was the ship simulator, which Jens Malina, an employee of the dangerous manner department, supervised. Here, interested visitors were able to take the wheel themselves and experience a feeling for the complex ship lead. Even the little guests were not neglected - numerous activities such as nodes learn with Udo, painting, face painting and a bouncy castle provided the best entertainment.

diverse offers and security in the port

The visitors also had the opportunity to take a look at different machines, including Morava and the “Havekieker”. The safety precautions at the harbor restricted access to certain areas, but the event enabled a comprehensive insight into the port activities. Mathias Lüdicke, the head of the Wilhelmshaven branch, emphasized the central role of NPORT for the development of the port and the importance of dialogue with the public.

The event not only enjoyed rain, but also showed the important role that the port infrastructure plays for the region. In connection with the developments of other ports, for example in Bremen, where Bremenports actively generates new charge currents and increases the awareness of the Bremen ports worldwide, it is clear that the Wilhelmshaven location is strategically important and well connected.

For the interested visitors, there was not only the possibility of free participation, but also sufficient parking facilities near the event area. This contributed to the positive experience of the day, which not only offered insights, but also strengthened the sense of community in the region.

Overall, the open day in Wilhelmshaven proved to be an impressive event that opened the doors into one of the central economic turntables in northern Germany and made the colorful variety of port activities tangible. Further information and impressions are on the websites of nwzonline and nports as well as bremenports available.