Montenegro Accelerates Energy and Infrastructure Projects with Government Approvals and New Equipment

Lead: Montenegro’s government approved environmental impact reports for 403 MW of wind power on Sinjajevina mountain, adopted its 2025 mandatory oil reserves plan, and port operator Luka Bar commissioned a new Liebherr mobile crane-all on September 16, 2025.

Nut Graf: These developments underscore Montenegro’s commitment to bolstering energy security, meeting EU accession requirements, and improving its logistics infrastructure. The simultaneous progress in renewable energy, strategic fuel stockpiling, and port capacity reflects a coordinated push to strengthen economic resilience and align with European standards.

Green Light for 403 MW of Wind Power on Sinjajevina

  • The Environmental Protection Agency approved two consortia’s reports for 112.2 MW and 290.4 MW phases on Sinjajevina mountain, northern Montenegro.
  • Both projects will deploy Siemens Gamesa 6.6 MW turbines, estimated to generate 392 GWh and 944 GWh annually, respectively.
  • Mitigation measures include using existing roads, avoiding new tree felling, and seasonal rotor shutdowns to protect bats and nesting birds.

Mandatory Oil Reserves Plan Adopted

  • The government’s 2025 plan tasks the Hydrocarbon Administration with procuring 14,000-19,000 tons of diesel by December, funded partly by an EU grant of €7.5 million.
  • Due to Bar terminal renovations delaying domestic storage readiness until late 2026, Montenegro will secure multi-year storage abroad-in Italy, Croatia, Slovenia, or Greece-under negotiation.
  • The plan fulfills Chapter 15 (Energy) requirements of Montenegro’s EU accession process and mandates that major fuel importers jointly establish reserves.

Luka Bar Port Boosts Cargo Handling Capacity

  • Montenegro’s primary seaport operator, Luka Bar, commissioned a new Liebherr LHM 550 mobile harbor crane at the Port of Bar.
  • The crane’s 120-ton lift capacity and 60 m outreach will expedite bulk and container handling, supporting growing Adriatic trade volumes.
  • The investment aligns with national efforts to modernize logistics hubs and attract increased maritime traffic.

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Energy Security Measures

  • Wind power approvals advance renewable integration.
  • Oil reserves plan addresses EU obligations and supply risks.

Infrastructure Enhancements

  • New mobile crane strengthens Port of Bar throughput.
  • Terminal upgrades and overseas storage arrangements ensure fuel availability.

Looking Ahead Montenegro will monitor wind farm construction progress, finalize overseas storage contracts by year-end, and integrate the crane into port operations immediately-advancing its twin goals of sustainable energy development and robust trade infrastructure.