Rijeka Gateway is the largest project in the logistics sector in Croatia. As a major infrastructure project and future logistics hub, the terminal needed to address high CO2 and harmful gas emissions typically associated with port operations.

The substantial electricity demand of the terminal presented another challenge, especially considering the commitment of A.P. Møller – Maersk, the parent company of APM Terminals, to achieve net-zero emissions by 2040 and to use 100% renewable electricity by 2030.

In addition, the project team was committed to minimising the terminal’s impact on the local environment, including marine ecosystems, noise, and light pollution, while ensuring that economic development would not come at the expense of the surrounding community.

To overcome these challenges, Rijeka Gateway implemented a comprehensive set of sustainable solutions.

From the beginning of construction, the terminal secured its electricity from renewable sources, primarily solar and wind, through a contract with ENNA Next. Most of the terminal’s equipment will be electrified and remotely operated, significantly reducing emissions. The terminal will also feature a highly efficient water management and drainage system to prevent marine pollution. Automated lighting systems will, in a future phase when regulations allow, ensure that inactive areas are not unnecessarily illuminated, helping to reduce light pollution. To limit noise, the introduction of shore power is planned within the next two years, reducing the need for ships to run their engines while at berth.

Additionally, cranes will use soft landing technology to minimise loading noise, and traditional beeping signals will be replaced with less intrusive white noise.

These efforts are already yielding important results.

The use of renewable electricity significantly reduces CO2 and harmful gas emissions, helping Rijeka Gateway become one of the most sustainable terminals in the Adriatic region.

Once fully operational, the terminal will create 300 new jobs for professionals across various fields. The terminal also serves as a model for environmentally conscious development, demonstrating how major infrastructure can be both economically beneficial and environmentally responsible.

By combining cutting-edge logistics with a strong commitment to sustainability, Rijeka Gateway is positioning itself as a responsible neighbour to the local community and a leader in green port operations.