GreenYellow, a company specialising in decentralised energy solutions, has partnered with PTP Ibérica to develop a port terminal that combines an industrial refrigeration facility and a self-consumption photovoltaic unit in Cadiz. The project represents GreenYellow’s largest such installation in Europe and aims to improve energy efficiency in the logistics sector.
Modular refrigeration capacity to meet food supply needs
Located in the Bay of Cadiz, the new terminal will cover more than 14,500 m² and feature cold storage rooms designed to operate at two temperature levels: -10 ºC for fruits and vegetables with an installed capacity of 4 MW, and -30 ºC for meat and seafood products with a capacity of 1.3 MW. Each chamber can be configured based on operational requirements, ensuring adaptable use of space according to market demand.
The platform will also include autonomous shuttles for cargo handling, enhancing productivity while reducing energy needs. The infrastructure is expected to achieve an annual energy saving of 6.5 GWh compared to conventional systems.
Photovoltaic production to cover 35% of terminal demand
A rooftop solar plant with a capacity of 1.84 MWp will produce around 2.4 GWh per year, supplying up to 35% of the terminal’s energy consumption. The remainder will be drawn from the national grid, given the limited output of the solar system. This setup will contribute to lowering operating costs while providing a partially independent energy source.
Commissioning is scheduled for mid-2026. With storage capacity for 20,000 pallets and railway connectivity, the terminal will enhance logistics flows to Europe and North Africa. A border control point integrated into the facility will also expedite customs procedures for import-export operations.
Expansion model based on energy outsourcing
GreenYellow will apply its integrated Energy as a Service model to design, finance, and operate the site’s energy assets. This allows clients such as PTP Ibérica to focus their capital on core business activities while benefiting from optimised and high-performance energy infrastructure.
The terminal forms part of the logistics group’s broader expansion strategy, which includes a similar project underway in the Netherlands via PTP Rotterdam. With more than 15 operational sites across Europe, PTP Ibérica is strengthening its presence across Europe, Africa, and South America.
