Rostock City Harbour

Rostock, 14 January 2025 – The symbolic first pile driving marked the start of the comprehensive renovation of the harbour facilities at Kempowski-Ufer in Rostock's city harbour today. In the presence of Mayor Eva-Maria Kröger, representatives of the city, project stakeholders, and numerous guests celebrated the commencement of this forward-looking project.

The renovation involves the upgrading of the 400-metre-long quay facility. This includes the construction of a new waterfront wall and a heavy-duty slab for crane operations to ensure the long-term functionality and load-bearing capacity of the harbour infrastructure. Special attention is being paid to design aspects that enhance the experience of the waterfront. To minimise noise pollution for residents during the construction phase, a mobile noise barrier will be utilised.

Inros Lackner is the general planner responsible for the planning, tendering, and awarding of the project. Currently, our team is overseeing construction management and on-site supervision to ensure smooth implementation.

A Step Towards the Future of the City Harbour
In recent years, the harbour facilities have been partially unusable due to age-related damage. The current renovation not only restores the necessary infrastructure but also lays the foundation for the future enhancement of the city harbour. Over the coming years, the city of Rostock plans to invest around €60 million in modernising the city harbour. In addition to the renovation of Kempowski-Ufer, projects include the construction of comprehensive flood protection, the building of the Warnow Bridge, and the creation of attractive green and recreational spaces.

The work at Kempowski-Ufer is scheduled for completion in time for Hanse Sail 2026, ensuring that this central area of the city harbour will be fully operational again for the event. With the restoration of Kempowski-Ufer and the planned investments, the city of Rostock is sending a clear signal for the long-term preservation and modernisation of the city harbour – a vital element of the Hanseatic city's maritime identity.