Vessel Traffic Service Centre Ems, Maritime control facility in Emden, Germany.
The Vessel Traffic Service Centre Ems is a modern control facility that monitors and directs vessel movements on this busy waterway. The building features angled outer walls and specialized cladding that shifts in appearance depending on light and weather conditions from the North Sea.
The facility was built following a design competition in the late 1990s in response to growing maritime safety requirements. Construction used the existing foundations of an earlier harbor building, merging modern operations with established infrastructure.
The building stands out as a visual landmark along the Ems estuary and shapes how locals and visitors perceive the harbor area. Its prominent waterfront location makes it a reference point for people navigating the river and living in the region.
The facility sits right on the Ems and is easily visible and accessible from Emden's harbor and city areas. Note that this is an active control center, so public access may be limited or restricted.
The building reuses the foundations of an earlier pilot station that previously occupied this site. This practical reuse demonstrates how modern infrastructure was connected to historical structures.
Location: Emden
GPS coordinates: 53.33861,7.02389
Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:16
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