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Shore power without compromise

Connect any ship at any position along the quay wall - safely, efficiently and in compliance with IEC 80005-1. With mobile shore power supply solutions from igus, ports and terminals create maximum flexibility, reduce emissions and ensure 100% connectivity – today and in the future.​

Container ship at the quay with STS cranes and a shore power solution for container handling.

Container terminals

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Cruise ship at the quay with a retracted passenger bridge and an iMSPO shore power system in the inset.

Cruise terminals

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RoRo ship with open loading ramp at the quay and shore power connected on the right.

Ro-Ro terminals

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The iMSPO in use worldwide​

For years, ports and terminals around the world have relied on igus shore power supply solutions. From container and cruise terminals to applications at Ro-Ro terminals - our systems prove themselves daily under real operating conditions on all continents.​

Sustainable shore power supply at the Rotterdam cruise terminal

In the video: installation of the mobile shore power connection "iMSPO" at the port of Rotterdam

To reduce exhaust emissions and noise in urban areas and to comply with the environmental regulations that will apply from 2030, the Port of Rotterdam is relying on an innovative shore power system from igus: the iMSPO Cruise in the trench. When the system is not in use, the terminal is fully available to the public. No permanently installed sockets or the like disturb the ambience. The movable "socket" provides a flexible and efficient mounting point for cruise ships along the 230-metre-long connection area, regardless of the ship's berthing position (see connection dilemma). The system is installed underground in a trench made of precast concrete parts and moves precisely to the desired connection position with the help of an igus E4 heavy-duty rol e-chain. The connection process is particularly fast, safe and ergonomic. The supply is provided with up to 16MW of power from renewable energy sources. ​

​The result: Less CO₂, less noise, more quality of life - a pioneering step for sustainable port infrastructure.​

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Shore power in practice: the iMSPO in the port of Hamburg​

Container terminals have different requirements for the integration of shore power. Limited space on the quay edge, existing terminal infrastructure such as bollards, fender systems, rescue ladders, flood protection systems and operational processes usually require the development of individual solutions. With the igus Mobile Shore Power Outlet (iMSPO), various installation variants are available that can be flexibly adapted to the respective individual conditions. Since there is no standard solution, our engineering team will be happy to assist you with the planning.

This video shows shore power projects that have already been implemented in the Port of Hamburg and illustrates how the different requirements of the individual container terminals were successfully taken into account. Depending on the terminal, different integration concepts were used. From assembly on the front of the quay wall to elevated solutions. Today, igus mobile shore power systems are in daily operation, enabling flexible, safe and standard-compliant ship connection in accordance with IEC 80005-1 – without restricting the operational flexibility of the terminals.​

The result: maximum connection flexibility, efficient terminal processes and a future-proof shore power infrastructure for the requirements of today and tomorrow.​

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Products & service

Container ship at the quay with STS cranes and a shore power solution for container handling.

Solutions for container terminals

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Cruise ship at the quay with a retracted passenger bridge and an iMSPO shore power system in the inset.

Solutions for cruise terminals

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RoRo ship with open loading ramp at the quay and shore power connected on the right.

Solutions for Ro-Ro terminals

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e-loop as a special solution for shore power supply to a ship.

Special applications & installation

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Laboratory, tests and certificates

Type-tested socket boxes for maximum operating safety​

The socket box forms the interface between the ship and the shore power system that is critical to safety. That is why the socket boxes used in the iMSPO are subjected to extensive type tests in independent high-voltage laboratories and are certified in accordance with IEC 80005-1.​

In addition to thermal load and short-circuit tests, the design was successfully subjected to an independent arc flash test – an exceptional safety feature in the field of mobile shore power systems.

​Key features:​

  • Type-tested socket boxes according to IEC 80005-1​
    • Thermal load​
    • Short-circuit strength​
    • Arc-tested and certified design ​
    • Conformity with IEC 80005-1 and the EU Machinery Directive​
  • Proven use in numerous international shore power projects​

The result: Maximum safety for personnel, infrastructure and terminal operations, as well as a reliable and standards-compliant ship connection under real operating conditions.​

Shore power test setup with connected cables and certificates for test report and test confirmation.

igus – testing philosophy

Proven. Predictable. Performance.

We do not rely on assumptions, but on real test results. Every igus solution is tested under realistic conditions to demonstrate safety, performance and maximum service life. The insights we gain are directly incorporated into the development of new products – in line with our commitment: Tech up. Cost down.​

iMSPO test setup with steel framework and conveyor system on a factory site.

The igus test laboratory in Cologne

5,500m² test area for reliable systems​

​In the igus test laboratory in Cologne, components and systems are tested under real operating conditions. Every year, more than 17,000 tests and up to 800 trials are carried out simultaneously on 742 test rigs. This results in billions of movement cycles and a unique database for the development of durable and reliable products.​

​For shore power applications, we test energy chains, cables, and moving energy supply systems under extreme loads. Outdoor test sites, climate chambers down to -40°C, cleanroom laboratories and industry-specific application tests make it possible to simulate real operating conditions from industries all over the world.​

​The result: Verifiable service life, maximum operational reliability, and shore power systems that function reliably even under the most demanding maritime conditions.​

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Test laboratory with numerous test rigs and installations in a large industrial hall.

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