Construction of power towers commences on the initial stretch of the Eastern Coast Railway
Schleswig-Holstein at the Forefront of Germany's Energy Transition
Construction progress in Schleswig-Holstein is making significant strides, particularly in the development of the East Coast Line. This rail connection, which is part of the Fehmarnbelt Fixed Link project, is set to link Germany with Denmark across the Baltic Sea.
The East Coast Line, spanning approximately 88 kilometers from the German island of Fehmarn via Puttgarden to Lübeck and onward to Hamburg, is a key infrastructure project that is currently under active construction and scheduled for completion by the end of 2029. This rail link will play a crucial role in facilitating the efficient transport of freight and passengers across northern Europe, promoting a modal shift from road to rail.
The East Coast Line is also instrumental in Germany’s energy transition. It will contribute to the national and international transmission of green energy, helping to balance the energy demands of different regions by transporting excess renewable energy. The 50-kilometer section between Lübeck-West and Göhl received plan approval in July, and construction in the Göhl section started at the beginning of the year with a special permit. Simultaneously, construction work on the East Coast Line is also progressing well in the other two sections.
In the Segeberg district, two sections (Henstedt-Ulzburg and Kisdorf) will see the cables laid underground, with old pylons disappearing from the landscape. A total of 285 new pylons will be erected for the East Coast Line, while 301 old pylons will be dismantled. The East Coast Line will connect Germany to the European power grid via the Baltic Cable, aiding in transporting the green power from Schleswig-Holstein to the south.
Schleswig-Holstein's role in the energy transition extends beyond the East Coast Line. The SuedLink power line, for instance, connects Brunsbüttel in Schleswig-Holstein with regions in southern Germany via underground high-voltage direct current (HVDC) cables. This power line improves capacity for renewable energy distribution, particularly wind power from northern Germany to southern demand centers.
Offshore wind farms in the Baltic Sea are another key component of Schleswig-Holstein's renewable energy strategy. Large offshore wind projects are under development, and infrastructure like monopile foundations for wind turbines are now ready for installation. The planned commissioning of the East Coast Line is at the end of 2027.
These integrated transport and energy projects in Schleswig-Holstein position the region as a pivotal corridor for Germany’s sustainable energy and transport future.
Key points:
| Aspect | Details | |------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | East Coast Line construction | 88 km rail link Fehmarn-Puttgarden to Lübeck; operational by 2029 | | Role in energy transition | Enables freight/passenger modal shift to rail; integrates with Fehmarnbelt Fixed Link | | Fehmarnbelt tunnel status | Tunnel elements installed; tunnel completion expected 2029 | | Grid expansion in SH | SuedLink HVDC power line connects Schleswig-Holstein to southern Germany, enhancing clean power flow | | Offshore wind in SH | Baltic Sea wind farms under development; massive turbine foundations ready for deployment | | Power line construction | Stringing of the power lines has begun on a 35-kilometer section between Lübeck-West and Lübeck-Siems | | Pylon construction | 285 new pylons to be erected; 301 old pylons to be dismantled in the East Coast Line construction | | Connection to European grid | East Coast Line will connect Germany to the European power grid via the Baltic Cable | | Excess renewable energy | East Coast Line will help transport excess renewable energy from Schleswig-Holstein to other regions |
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