News and Events

The BPA’s reponse to the DfT’s Port Master Plans consultation is attached.

The BPA’s response to the DfT’s recent Port Security Regulations consultation is attached.

Attached is a copy of the BPA’s ‘Draft Marine Bill’ consultation response.

The Port of Cork hosted the recent Environmental Contacts meeting on 20 June, which was jointly organised with the Irish Ports Association.

At the meeting there were presentations on EcoPorts, energy saving, reducing emissions and techniques such as cold ironing. The presentations will available to BPA members only, in due course.

Attached is a copy of the BPA’s written evidence submission to the House of Commons Environment,Food and Rural Affairs Committee as part of its pre-legislative scrutiny of the Coastal Access aspects of the Draft Marine Bill.

Stephen Bracewell, the Chief Executive of Harwich Haven Authority, has become the BPA’s new Chairman.

Mr Bracewell had previously been the BPA’s Vice Chair and replaces Ted Sangster, who has completed his two year term as Chairman.

The newly elected Vice Chair is Andy Brigden, Head of Maritime Services and Harbour Master at Carrick District Council.

For further details please open the attached press release.

The BPA’s 2008 Review detailing the recent work of the Association and a message from the departing Chairman Ted Sangster can viewed by opening the attachment.

The BPA Scottish Ports Committee’s response to the proposals for a Scottish Climate Change Bill.

The BPA’s response to the Scottish Government’s consultation on the second National Planning Framework.

The Government’s Draft Marine Bill has been published for public consultation.