Tag: British Ports Association

The UK’s Department for Transport (DfT) published on 15 April the updated Port & Marine Facilities Safety Code.

The UK’s Secretary of State for Transport has issued approval for a multi-user bulk liquid green energy terminal at the Port of Immingham.

The British Ports Association's (BPA) updated regulatory map shows that more than one in ten port regulations are in need of urgent reform.

Leading maritime trade bodies are calling on the UK Government to ensure that publication of the plan for decarbonising the shipping sector is a top priority. 

Richard Ballantyne, Chief Executive, British Ports Association, representing over 400 ports and facilities that collectively handle 86% of the UK’s seaborne trade, highlights the importance of ports in industry’s decarbonization journey.

British Ports Association (BPA) shared an enlightening map on twitter, showcasing Port Regulatory Health Ratings. The map is a result of a major assessment on ports' regulatory framework.

New research published by the British Ports Association reveals that UK port investment topped £1bn in 2021 despite pandemic volatility.

National Grid Electricity Transmission has partnered with Siemens to create a free online tool to help UK ports meet their net zero targets.

Shore power for ships at berth in UK ports should be funded entirely by government or a combination of government and industry, a survey of UK parliament members revealed.

Responding to the recent attention on container port issues the British Ports Association, the national body for ports, harbours and marine terminals issued a statement.