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Commitment to Sustainable Freeports

Commitment to Sustainable Freeports

January 18, 2021 by Lianne Stephens

A collective commitment made by Associated British Ports, the Bristol Port Company, DP World UK, Forth Ports, Hutchison Ports UK, PD Ports, Peel Ports and the Port of London Authority. Together they handle 72% of the freight passing through UK sea ports. “The UK’s seaport operators have a long, proud record of operating with high standards […]

BLOG: Five Trends for UK Ports in 2021

BLOG: Five Trends for UK Ports in 2021

January 13, 2021 by Lianne Stephens

If ever there was a year to demonstrate the perils of attempting to predict the future it was 2020. But at UK Major Ports Group we represent a fundamentally optimistic and forward-looking sector so we’re going to throw caution to the wind and gaze steadily into the 2021 crystal ball. But before looking forward its […]

UK Major Ports Group comments on current COVID-19 border congestion

December 21, 2020 by Lianne Stephens

Commenting on the congestion at some UK ports following the closure of French borders to accompanied freight, Tim Morris, CEO of the UK Major Ports Group said “We want to see all freight modes move as freely as possible. However its important to remember that two thirds of freight units moving between the EU and […]

UK Major Ports Group responds to demands for an inquiry about port congestion

UK Major Ports Group responds to demands for an inquiry about port congestion

December 17, 2020 by Lianne Stephens

Responding to media reports of demands for an inquiry about port congestion*, Tim Morris, CEO of the UK Major Ports Group, commented “The impact of COVID-19 has put unprecedented pressures on global supply chains. Imbalances have built up over time and there is strong demand globally for many goods sourced from Asia. It is undoubtedly […]

UKMPG Comment on Maritime Supply Chain Disruption

UKMPG Comment on Maritime Supply Chain Disruption

December 9, 2020 by Lianne Stephens

Commenting on press coverage of maritime supply chain disruption Tim Morris, CEO of the U.K. Major Ports Group, said “The COVID-19 pandemic has caused unprecedented volatility in global supply chains. The impact is being felt across the world, including here in the U.K. The situation at the UK’s ports is improving following commitment of extra […]

BLOG: Des O’Connor and international borders: Priorities for the UK’s ports as the end of the transition period rapidly approaches

BLOG: Des O’Connor and international borders: Priorities for the UK’s ports as the end of the transition period rapidly approaches

November 27, 2020 by Lianne Stephens

The sad passing of light entertainment legend Des O’Connor put me in mind of the old joke about a lost traveller asking directions. Question: “How do I get to my destination?” Answer: “Well I wouldn’t start from here”. There are echoes in this of the UK’s preparations for the end of the EU transition period. […]

Press Release: ‘Busy but coping’ – UK ports handle global container surge

Press Release: ‘Busy but coping’ – UK ports handle global container surge

November 25, 2020 by Lianne Stephens

The UK Major Ports Group (“UKMPG”), the voice for the UK’s largest port operators including all deep sea container ports, has surveyed its members to find out how they are currently coping with the world-wide surge in shipping container movements. In short – ports are very busy but coping as they adapt to conditions. Surveying […]

News release: Major Ports Group welcomes the launch of the freeports Bidding Prospectus but calls for more time to submit bids

November 16, 2020 by Lianne Stephens

The UK Major Ports Group (“UKMPG”), the voice for the UK’s largest port operators, has commented on today’s launch by the Government of its Bidding Prospectus for freeport locations in England. Commenting Tim Morris, CEO of UKMPG, said “We welcome the launch of the freeports Bidding Prospectus. Port operators across the UK are developing ambitious […]

BLOG: Getting on the right side of seismic change – ports and fundamental changes to the planning system

BLOG: Getting on the right side of seismic change – ports and fundamental changes to the planning system

October 20, 2020 by Lianne Stephens

The Government is currently consulting on fundamental changes to the planning system in England known as “Planning for the Future”. We’ve done a briefing paper with our friends at the planning consultancy Adams Hendry (which you can see here https://tinyurl.com/y2mzqcqu). Whilst the scope of the changes is disappointing and some of the proposals are worrying, […]

Report: Full use of UK port sector can boost UK’s trade resilience following Brexit

Report: Full use of UK port sector can boost UK’s trade resilience following Brexit

October 9, 2020 by Lianne Stephens

The UK Major Ports Group reports that the UK’s port sector has significant capacity to handle more EU-UK trade, an additional 60% of 2018 traffic Risks of delays and congestion can be reduced after the EU transition period if freight volumes use more of the available capacity at other UK ports outside of the France-Kent […]

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Commitment to Sustainable Freeports

Commitment to Sustainable Freeports

January 18, 2021 By Lianne Stephens

BLOG: Five Trends for UK Ports in 2021

BLOG: Five Trends for UK Ports in 2021

January 13, 2021 By Lianne Stephens

UK Major Ports Group comments on current COVID-19 border congestion

December 21, 2020 By Lianne Stephens

UK Major Ports Group responds to demands for an inquiry about port congestion

UK Major Ports Group responds to demands for an inquiry about port congestion

December 17, 2020 By Lianne Stephens

About UK Major Ports Group

The United Kingdom Major Ports Group Ltd (UKMPG) was formed in 1993 and is the trade association representing most of the larger commercial ports in the United Kingdom. It has nine members who, between them, own and operate over 40 ports, accounting for more than 70% of the total tonnage handled in UK ports. … Continue Reading

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