This Q1 2026 overview highlights verified project activity in Denmark across energy, life science and pharma, data centers, and defence. While no major new flagship projects enter the market this quarter, several large programmes move into new execution phases, reinforcing continued demand for international expertise and cross-border collaboration.
Energy
Bornholm Energy Island
Bornholm Energy Island remains a central infrastructure project in Q1 2026 as the programme progresses from high-level planning into supplier engagement and preparation for early works. Current activity focuses on HVDC systems, marine surveys, and grid-integration planning as Denmark and Germany continue coordinated development of the cross-border energy hub (energy.ec.europa.eu, Jan 2026).
Greensand – Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS)
The Greensand carbon capture and storage project continues to be relevant in Q1 2026 as activity centres on operational readiness and offshore execution following final investment approval. Work this quarter focuses on injection readiness, offshore well preparation, and scaling of storage capacity beyond the initial demonstration phase (greensandfuture.com; ineos.com).
Power-to-X pipeline
While Denmark’s first commercial Power-to-X facilities are operational, Q1 2026 is characterised by new Power-to-X projects entering permitting and FEED phases across multiple regions. Activity has shifted from flagship delivery to preparation of the next generation of projects, with grid integration and safety requirements in focus (reuters.com).
What to follow in Q2 2026 – Energy
- Contract awards for Bornholm Energy Island’s converter stations and marine cable packages.
- Progress on offshore injection operations under the Greensand CCS project.
- Permitting and FEED milestones for new Power-to-X developments.
Life Science & Pharma
Novo Nordisk – Kalundborg and Hillerød
Novo Nordisk’s large-scale expansion programme remains relevant in Q1 2026 as multiple facilities move into installation, commissioning, and systems integration phases. Activity this quarter focuses on API production lines, QC laboratories, and automated manufacturing systems rather than civil construction (pharmaceutical-technology.com; fiercepharma.com).
FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies
At FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies’ Hillerød site, Q1 2026 focuses on final validation and operational readiness following recent capacity expansions. The project continues to rely on specialised QA/QC, validation, and documentation expertise (bioprocessintl.com).
What to follow in Q2 2026 – Life Science & Pharma
- Commissioning and validation milestones across new production lines.
- Transition of expanded facilities into commercial operations.
Data Centers
Hyperscale and cloud data center developments
Denmark continues to attract hyperscale and cloud-related data center investment. In Q1 2026, activity is concentrated on grid-connection planning, energy integration, supplier mobilisation, and early execution stages rather than new public announcements (datacenterdynamics.com).
What to follow in Q2 2026 – Data Centers
- Grid approvals and environmental permits for hyperscale sites.
- Early construction and commissioning milestones.
Defence
Arctic defence infrastructure
Denmark’s Arctic defence initiatives remain relevant in Q1 2026 as programmes move into early construction, site preparation, and supplier engagement, particularly for infrastructure linked to Greenland and northern security operations (reuters.com; ft.com).
F-35 industrial participation
While procurement decisions are established, relevance in Q1 2026 lies in downstream industrial activity, including maintenance planning, logistics infrastructure, and supplier participation linked to long-term operational support.
What to follow in Q2 2026 – Defence
- Supplier announcements and offset agreements.
- Construction milestones for Arctic-related infrastructure.
Cross-Sector Workforce Outlook
Across energy, life science, data centers, and defence, Q1 2026 continues to drive demand for external specialists. Agencies report consistent needs for commissioning engineers, project managers, planners, QA/QC professionals, and HSE specialists. Projects increasingly rely on international expertise as they move deeper into execution.
Summary
Q1 2026 confirms Denmark’s position as a stable and active project market. While project names remain largely consistent with previous quarters, their relevance is driven by clear phase progression into execution, commissioning, and operational readiness, sustaining demand for international expertise.
Disclaimer
All project details are sourced from publicly available material and verified media or institutional reports. Northern Partners provides this overview for informational purposes only and does not claim ownership or operational involvement in the projects described.
