The Port of Tilbury is the largest of the Thames ports. Tilbury handles 16m tonnes of cargo per annum across more than 30 independent working terminals, including the UK’s largest grain terminal and paper hub. The port is also a crucial logistics hub for construction, automotive and food & drink sectors. Cargo handling here is fast, smart and sustainable.
As the leading multimodal port for London and the South East of England, the Port of Tilbury supports all key cargo types. The port has over 5 million sq. ft of warehousing, 1,400 reefer points, and two advanced Border Control Posts for efficient inspection and clearance of perishable cargo. Tilbury2 is the UK’s newest RoRo terminal supporting daily freight links with Zeebrugge and Rotterdam for fast-moving consumer goods and industrial products. Tilbury2 also serves as a the country’s biggest construction materials hub and strategic UK rail freight hub capable of loading the longest freight train sat 775m long.
The port houses 135 supply chain companies providing advanced logistics solutions to the largest brands of the food and drink sector. It is also home to the UK’s largest food and drink logistics provider, Culina.
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In the last 10 years, the Port of Tilbury has doubled its volume of traffic, and it is now handling over 16 million tonnes of cargo per year. The port has ambitious plans to double its volume again in the next decade, and it is well-positioned to achieve this goal.
The Port of Tilbury is home to a cluster of clean energy and circular economy businesses. It is the UK’s number one port in the recycling market, and it has an onsite biomass power plant, wind turbines and battery storage. Plus, the port is also exploring the creating a hydrogen ecosystem.
The Port of Tilbury is plays a key role in the UK’s “Build Back Better” agenda. It is a major supplier of construction materials and supports major infrastructure projects such as the Lower Thames Crossing, HS2 and the Tideway Tunnel. Tilbury is also home to a large logistics cluster, which includes one of Amazon’s largest fulfilment centres in Europe.
The Port of Tilbury is a dynamic and growing port, and it is committed to sustainability. It is a key player in the UK’s economy, helping to build a better future for the country.
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The Port of Tilbury has been serving London and the South East for nearly 140 years.
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The port is planning to expand by 400 acres – with the majority of land within a new tax site – that will be home to a variety of businesses.
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The port is a key employer in the local area and has offered over 100 apprenticeship programmes in the last 36 months.
THE PORT OF TILBURY
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The Port of Tilbury is already one of the UK’s largest ports, but it’s not stopping there. The port is planning to expand by 400 acres – with the majority of the new land in the tax site – that will be home to a variety of businesses.
The tax site is adjacent to the existing Port of Tilbury and Tilbury2 estates and will be directly linked to the Lower Thames Crossing and the rail network. This means businesses on the tax site will have excellent access to the strategic road and rail networks, making it a great location for logistics and manufacturing businesses.
The tax site is also undeveloped brownfield/greenfield land, which means that it
is a great opportunity for businesses to build new facilities. The site is also well-suited for various usages, including manufacturing, distribution and warehousing.
With its excellent connectivity, its proximity to major infrastructure projects, and its undeveloped land, the Port of Tilbury is a great opportunity for businesses to grow and succeed.
