This week, the UK Major Ports Group held its Annual Parliamentary Reception at the House of Commons, bringing together a wide range of stakeholders to celebrate the crucial role of ports in the UK economy. The event was at capacity with representation from industry leaders, government officials, Whitehall representatives, and over 55 cross-party MPs and Peers, highlighting the sector’s crucial importance on both national and local levels.
Henrik Pedersen, UKMPG Chair and Geraint Evans, UKMPG CEO addressed attendees on the essential contributions of ports to economic growth and global trade. Minister Mike Kane MP reinforced the government’s support for the sector, while pollster James Johnson provided valuable insights into the influence of coastal communities as economic drivers and their broader significance in shaping national trends. The strong attendance and engagement at the event underlined the shared commitment across sectors to building a prosperous and sustainable future for the UK’s ports and coastal communities.
