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Opening of the LNG terminal in Stade postponed again: why?
Wilhelmshaven and the progress in LNG terminals: Current developments and their importance for Germany's energy security.
Opening of the LNG terminal in Stade postponed again: why?
Another setback for the controversial liquid gas terminal in Stade: The official announcement from Deutsche Energy Terminal (DET) announces that the planned opening has been postponed until April 2026 at the earliest. This news does not come as a surprise and arouses mixed feelings among those responsible and local citizens.
The delays are due, among other things, to disputes over construction work between DET and Hanseatic Energy Hub (HEH). In order to avoid future complications, it has now been agreed that DET will complete the necessary connection work on its own responsibility. But when exactly the terminal can finally be put into operation remains uncertain.
Energy security efforts
The delays in the construction and commissioning of the terminal are part of the German federal government's larger efforts to accelerate liquefied natural gas (LNG) projects. These measures are intended to strengthen the country's energy security and independence. In recent years, Germany has already successfully put several floating LNG terminals into operation in Wilhelmshaven, Brunsbüttel and Mukran.
First city councilor Lars Kolk expresses the hope that the project will be completed soon. He emphasizes the city of Stade's responsibility for national energy security. The plan is to expand the terminal into a central energy hub in Germany, which will be further consolidated through the future expansion to include a landside terminal. This landside terminal is expected to be operational by the end of 2043.
A ship for the terminal
The ship intended for the terminal is currently under contract with another company. However, the ship's return is expected on time, so those responsible remain optimistic. Even if the specific opening date is undetermined, anticipation for the completion of the terminal remains high.
In the meantime, the citizens of Stade can only hope that the numerous complications can soon be overcome so that the terminal can actually contribute to strengthening energy security. Until then, everyone involved must be patient and wait for positive developments.