Moeve and Exolum have successfully completed the modernisation of the Torre Arenillas Quay and its pipeline system at the Port of Huelva. This project, which took three years to finish without disrupting port terminal activities, involved an investment exceeding 150 million euros.
The upgraded infrastructure replaces the original pipe system with 70 kilometres of new piping, along with enhanced pumping equipment and twelve new marine loading systems. The commissioning of the south berth this week marked the final step in making the project fully operational. This new facility significantly enhances the capacity and safety of product loading and unloading operations within the port area. The modular design utilised in the project contributed to reduced downtime and minimized operational impacts throughout the construction phase.
Coordination between Exolum and Moeve has been crucial to the project’s success, which required an innovative civil engineering approach due to spatial constraints in the area. Over 300 professionals from various disciplines participated in the project, characterised by its emphasis on safety, meticulous planning, and collaborative efforts.
Jorge Guillén, director of the Spain and Aviation Business Unit at Exolum, stated that the commissioning of this infrastructure marks a significant advancement in modernising the Port of Huelva’s energy infrastructure. He emphasized that collaboration between companies is vital for promoting the implementation and distribution of sustainable energy products, which are essential for the energy transition process.
From Moeve, Antonio Joyanes, executive vice-president of Energy Parks, and Jose Manuel Martínez, director of Technology, Projects and Services, noted that the completion of the pipeline, part of two major investments with Exolum, signifies a substantial leap for their strategic projects and will greatly enhance the operational efficiency of their facilities at Palos de la Frontera.
The project involved collaboration with over 30 public and private entities, exemplifying effective coordination among industries, contractors, and local, regional, and port authorities. Moeve led the design and execution of the infrastructure, while Exolum served as a strategic partner in the project and will manage the operation of the facility.
Both Moeve and Exolum expressed gratitude to the Regional Government of Andalusia, the Port Authority of Huelva, the Harbour Master’s Office, the Hydrographic Demarcation of Tinto, Odiel, and Piedras, the Town Council of Palos de la Frontera, ADIF, and the Ministry of Transport and Sustainable Mobility for their essential collaboration in the development and implementation of this project.
The new pipeline is fully integrated into the logistics network of the La Rábida Energy Park, solidifying its position as a key component in the future energy export process. This infrastructure enhances the complex’s capacity as a strategic hub for the production and distribution of energy products, ranging from traditional offerings to second-generation biofuels and other sustainable solutions, aligning with Moeve’s transformative efforts to lead the energy transition.
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