At IABSE 2026, the Hamburg Port Authority (HPA) presents the vision for the New Köhlbrand Bridge. The project will secure the long-term accessibility and competitiveness of the Port of Hamburg while creating a new landmark for the city. Selected through an international design competition, the bridge combines engineering excellence, maritime functionality and iconic design.

IABSE 2026 Presentation

The presentation provides an overview of the New Köhlbrand Bridge, covering the project's strategic importance, design concept, planning process and next steps toward realization. 

Download the presentation to explore the project in more detail.

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Let's Start the Conversation

We are preparing for the upcoming market engagement process and welcome the opportunity to connect with companies, experts and stakeholders interested in the realization of the New Köhlbrand Bridge.

Henning Laubinger​

Hamburg Port Authority (HPA) 
New Köhlbrand Crossing​ 
 

Am Strandkai 1​ 
20457 Hamburg​ 
Tel.: +49 40 42847-4255​ 
Henning.Laubinger@hpa.hamburg.de

Axel Dette

ReGe Hamburg Projekt-Realisierungsgesellschaft mbH 
New Köhlbrand Crossing​ 

Überseeallee 1
20457 Hamburg  
Tel.: +49 160 703 7852
axel.dette@rege-hamburg.de


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