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Completed in 2019, Dover Cargo Terminal is strategically located, offering the shortest distance into the UK from the European continent. Approximately 115 nautical miles from Antwerp and 130 nautical miles from Rotterdam it ensures quick access to the Southeast England market.
Renowned for its operational efficiency, the terminal provides flexible routing solutions for various vessels, including container ships, breakbulk, refrigerated cargo, general cargo, aggregates, and heavy lifts. Our direct cross-Channel ferry links create a diverse and adaptable logistics hub with minimal deviation to the EU, Port of Dover Cargo is in a prime position to offer policy driven fiscal advantages on EU shipping routes, helping move a significant share of the UK’s £144 billion trade through the Port each year.
Sectors
Sectors We Serve
From perishables, aggregates, agri-bulk, steel and timber to containers and project cargo, Dover has the expertise to handle a wide variety of cargoes.
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Terminal
State-of-the-art facilities
As a modern, tech-enabled port, Dover brings together skilled engineers, stevedores, and office teams with deep industry knowledge.
Our facilities include three Liebherr 550 cranes capable of lifting significant tonnage, powered by HVO, and a solar-panelled sustainable warehouse. We also have an electric landside fleet and adopt renewable energy. Port of Dover is proud to announce a remarkable 97% reduction in our Scope 1 and 2 carbon emissions since 2007.
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Services
Services We Provide
The Port of Dover offers a range of value added and cross-docking services.
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As one of the main users of the service, Dover has proven to be a trusted and flexible partner providing a quality, reliable and strong customer focused service throughout the season. It has ensured that we have strong availability of stock into the UK melon market and a completely fresh product. We look forward to building on the successes of this season and taking our relationship even further in the future.
Justin Szymborski, Chief Executive Officer of Melon & Co said
Port of Dover Cargo operation allows for quick vessel turnaround while maintaining Round-the-clock Security.
Facilitated by our one-family approach, typically resulting in a maximum of one hour to berth. Our in-house pilotage system, operating with two 54t BP ASD tugs, further enhances efficiency and fosters lasting relationships with our customers.
Designed to protect your business, the Port of Dover is a reliable gateway for international trade, built on experience, innovation, and strategic access. Our commitment to excellence ensures we remain at the forefront of the logistics industry, providing unparalleled service to our clients. In partnership with Port of Dover Police, Border Force, and Kent Police, we ensure your cargo is safe around the clock.
Streamlined
Within the cargo terminal, we offer a range of services designed to streamline the import and export process. This includes customs clearance facilities, cargo handling and storage, and transport services.
The Port has also invested heavily into innovative technology to ensure that cargo can be tracked and monitored at every stage of the journey, giving businesses greater visibility and control over their supply chains, with turnaround times of up to 1 hour from pilot station to berth.
Committed to sustainability targets
At Port of Dover, we are committed to our sustainability targets, with a focus on reducing our carbon footprint and supporting environmentally-friendly practices.
This includes investing in renewable energy and implementing measures to reduce waste and emissions.
Connected & sustainable gateway
In short, Port of Dover is a highly efficient, well-connected, and sustainable gateway for businesses looking to import and export cargo between the UK and Europe.
Its modern facilities, progressive technology and range of services and experience makes us an ideal choice for companies that need to move goods quickly and efficiently, while its commitment to sustainability ensures that businesses can do so in an environmentally responsible manner.
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