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Perishables Services

A BRC Grade A accredited temperature-controlled logistics hub. Providing cross-docking, chilled warehousing, and specialist perishables handling with fast access to UK and European supply chains. Supported by state-of-the-art cargo infrastructure.

Temperature-controlled warehouse

  • Flexibility to support cross-docking activities as the closest point to Europe on the short strait which offers 120 ferry daily from Europe
  • 20 out loading delivery doors and temperature-controlled out-loading chamber
  • Relevant clearance and security authorities co-located at terminal
  • VGM weighbridge
  • Experience in cross-docking European/UK & Ireland cargoes (including preparation of T1 paperwork)
  • Expertise in cross-docking container-to-container and trailer-to-trailer
  • Expertise in handling fresh fruit (mangos, grapes, bananas, pineapples, melons etc)

We have strengthened our position as a trusted specialist in temperature-controlled logistics. We successfully achieved BRC grade A.

This certification reflects our investments into food safety, quality assurance and operational excellence across the Port’s temperature-controlled handling and chilled warehouse facilities. These developments are put in place to support importers of fresh produce and other perishable goods with efficient and fully compliant handling solutions close to the UK border.

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Strategic location

Dover is well-positioned to handle vessel calls

Quick, Seamless Stop for Vessels

  • Prime location on the short strait with limited deviation from main shipping routes, securing efficient scheduling for the vessels
  • Integrated operations between pilotage, tug assistance, stevedoring and warehousing for cargo readiness within one hour to the pilot station
  • Improved efficiency via faster turnaround times, providing both reduced cost and lower emissions

Access into the UK

  • Under one hour from London and 45 minutes to Dartford Crossing
  • Efficient freight gateway managing 2.4m+ trucks annually
  • Dedicated freight managed road network improving safety and reliability
  • Strategic reach into the major supply chain hubs within the UK equating to £144bn of goods annually

Access to Europe

  • Leading gateway for European trade with high-frequency cross-channel ferries to Calais & Dunkirk
  • 24/7 unrestricted, continuous departures to the EU ensuring smooth cargo flow
  • Fast sailing times for cargo ships – approximately 115 nm to Antwerp and 130 nm to Rotterdam for swift EU market entry
Strategic location

Terminal Capabilities & Infrastructure

  • Multi-user state-of-the-art cargo terminal handling perishables and cargo customers
  • ISPS-secure terminal with dedicated Crown Police Force and resilience team, AEO accredited
  • Deep-water berths (WD4 and WD5) that accommodate vessels up to 300m LOA and 10m draft (Breakbulk, reefer container and general cargo vessels)
  • Market-leading cold chain capability with quayside temperature-controlled warehouse offering direct access from ship to the store
  • High-capacity cargo handling and storage that incudes 6 acres of quayside external storage areas for general cargo handling for up to 250 empty and dry containers
  • Dedicated fleet of new landslide equipment
  • 3x harbour mobile cranes (2x LHM280 1x LHM280)
  • Fleet of underdeck pallet equipment and pallet cages (perishables)
  • Container handling equipment (reach stackers, container spreaders & trailers and tugs)
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