German firms outline new infrastructure and green energy plans in Baku
German industrial giants, including Siemens Energy, are exploring opportunities to support Azerbaijan's green energy transition, as the country aims to handle 30 million tonnes of transit cargo by 2030.
German businesses are unveiling fresh infrastructure and renewable energy initiatives in Azerbaijan at the German-Azerbaijani Connectivity Conference 2026. European firms are aiming to lessen their reliance on Russian fossil fuels by investing in gas supplies and clean energy networks along the Middle Corridor.
The event, organized by the German-Azerbaijani Chamber of Commerce (AHK Azerbaijan) in Baku, drew over 250 attendees, including 35 from Germany and Azerbaijani officials. Nargis Wieck, Executive Director of AHK Azerbaijan, emphasized the importance of strengthening economic ties through concrete projects and helping German companies become part of Azerbaijan's economic ecosystem.
Siemens Energy is ready to provide technology and expertise for Azerbaijan's renewable energy sector and the Caspian-Black Sea-Europe Green Energy Corridor. The company projects Azerbaijan's offshore wind capacity to reach 8 GW by 2032. German firms are also interested in power grid modernization, battery storage systems, and electric vehicle charging infrastructure.
VNG AG, a German gas importer, is seeking a 15-20 year supply agreement with the State Oil Company of Azerbaijan (SOCAR) to bolster short-term European gas imports before transitioning to decarbonized systems. Enercon, a German wind turbine manufacturer, is exploring local production opportunities in Azerbaijan, potentially leading to a manufacturing facility and export potential.
The conference also addressed logistics and digital infrastructure, with Azerbaijan expecting its transit cargo to reach 30 million tonnes by 2030. The Alat Free Economic Zone is positioned as a platform for German manufacturers to establish export-oriented production. Azerbaijan aims to become a regional hub for global tech firms, focusing on digitalization to enhance the Middle Corridor's efficiency and strengthen its role as a bridge between Europe and Asia.
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