All buildings can be constructed with a low CO₂ footprint and designed for disassembly. They are prepared for skylights, solar panels, and intelligent energy management, with charging infrastructure for electric trucks.
But the green focus doesn’t stop at technical solutions. Water management is open and visible through rainwater channels and green basins, which not only serve as climate adaptation but also add landscape beauty and recreational opportunities to the area. The blue-green structures act as natural corridors for biodiversity and are designed to handle both everyday rainfall and future extreme precipitation, minimizing the need for hidden sewer systems.
A distinctive feature of Odense Dry Port is how it draws on its own history. The area was formerly home to a state research center for horticulture and plant science – a legacy reflected in the new masterplan. The existing avenue of columnar hornbeams, guiding visitors into the site, is preserved in its full length and revitalized as a main axis through the logistics area.
Two of the former greenhouses are expected to be preserved and repurposed for bicycle parking – a functional, yet symbolic nod to the area’s roots. Most notably, the characteristic Queen tree – grafted with 25 different apple varieties – will be relocated and placed at the intersection of the avenue and the new canal street. From there, the 25 varieties will form a new apple grove, creating a green and poetic landmark in the heart of the logistics landscape.
The landscape architecture consciously balances structured and wild elements: meadows, woodland, wetlands, and edge plantings along railways and roads form a coherent ecosystem. This supports both natural cycles and human needs for green spaces, with sheltered corners, seating areas, and microclimates that enhance everyday well-being.
Traffic safety is also elevated to a new level. All internal traffic is separated: trucks follow a one-way ring road around the site, while pedestrians and cyclists move safely in dedicated zones and pathways. Signals and access control ensure that heavy and light traffic never intersect unexpectedly. This creates a safe and calm working environment, even amidst high activity.
Odense Dry Port is not just an efficient logistics machine. It is a vision for how industry, nature, people, and technology can coexist – in balance, with care, and with an eye on the future.