Oslo, Norway — Norwegian shipping company Klaveness Group has announced a significant investment with the launch of its first large-scale, modern pellet handling terminal in the vital Baltic Sea region. The strategic move, a joint venture with terminals operator DP World, marks a major step in Klaveness’ expanding renewable energy division.
The new terminal, named Klaveness Pellets Terminal (KPT), будет located in the Port of Malmö, Sweden, a key hub for renewable energy shipments. This strategic location places KPT at the heart of Europe’s growing renewable energy market, with easy access to major Scandinavian and European markets.
Capable of handling over 1.5 million metric tons of pellets per year, KPT will play a pivotal role in facilitating the increasing demand for sustainable and clean energy. The terminal is designed with state-of-the-art technology to ensure efficient and environmentally friendly handling of wood pellets, further solidifying Klaveness’ commitment to sustainable practices.
"We are thrilled to take this step into the pellet handling business," said Lasse Kristoffersen, CEO of Klaveness Group. "The strategic partnership with DP World, a global leader in logistics, along with our strategic location, puts us in a strong position to serve the growing renewable energy market."
DP World, through its subsidiary Unifeeder, brings expert terminals operations and logistics management to the table, while Klaveness provides its established knowledge of the maritime industry and renewable energy sector.
The terminal is expected to come online in mid-2023 and is a part of Klaveness’ broader strategy to diversify its portfolio towards renewable energy and sustainability.
