As the EU Port Services Regulation finally comes into force, it is timely to remind Government of the importance of achieving the best possible deal for UK ports in the forthcoming Brexit negotiations. For the UK, the ports industry is a vital part of our modern economy – supporting British jobs, driving innovation and enabling […]

The UK’s Major Ports have pledged to help Government make Brexit a success by collaborating to create a regulatory environment that boosts the UK’s international competitiveness. Speaking at the UKMPG Annual Parliamentary Reception, Chairman James Cooper said Brexit represents an opportunity for Government to introduce ambitious policies which will support UK trade and exports. “We […]

The decision to leave the EU places ports at the forefront of the drive to protect the UK’s future prosperity.  95% of our trade in goods moves by sea and ports provide the key link connecting British businesses and exporters to global markets.  Our industry stands ready to work closely with government to help deliver […]

As the dust begins to settle following the decision of the British people to leave the European Union, the UK’s maritime industry pledges to continue to work closely with government to champion and grow maritime, ensuring it fulfils its crucial role in growing and strengthening the UK economy as we chart a new course forward. […]

The UK Major Ports Group (UKMPG) represents most of the larger commercial ports in the United Kingdom. It has nine members who, between them, own and operate 41 ports around the UK and account for over 70% of the tonnage handled in UK ports. UKMPG members will each have their own view on UK membership […]

Yesterday, in a vote in the European Parliament, 35% of MEPs backed the UK ports industry’s call to reject the proposed Port Services Regulation. As a result, it is now clear – the proposed Port Services Regulation is no longer just a British problem. It’s a European problem. We are delighted that so many MEPs […]

Privately-financed ports are engines of growth and fear they will be undermined by a new EU Ports Regulation, which threatens investment, growth and jobs. Dock workers ‘very much opposed to the regulation’ The UK Major Ports Group (UKMPG) and the British Ports Association (BPA) are urging MEPs to reject the European Commission’s proposal for a […]

UKMPG organised a Seminar in the European Parliament on 13 October 2015, titled “Encouraging Growth and Investment in European Ports”.  The event was hosted by Lucy Anderson MEP and brought together key industry and institution stakeholders to discuss the future of European ports policy.  The seminar also explored the ‘red lines’ of various stakeholders in […]

London International Shipping Week 2015 runs from 7 to 11 September.  Maritime industry functions will take place all week in venues across London, including a ports reception on Wednesday 9 September.  For more details see http://www.londoninternationalshippingweek.com/