Chancellor puts ports at heart of regional growth and prosperity
3 March 2021
Eight freeports will be established in England as the Chancellor acknowledges the sector’s role in anchoring high-quality jobs and prosperity in regional economies, it was announced in today’s Budget.
New research: Unlocking a triple-win for UK ports and shipping
27 February 2021
New research highlights that Government support for “shore-power” is essential to unlock a triple-win of cleaner air, lower climate pollution, and smart 21st century electricity grids in UK ports.
Lowest passenger numbers in 60 years; ports industry calls for Government to instil confidence in travellers as part of their roadmap out of the pandemic
25 February 2021
Analysis of the Department for Transport’s 2020 sea passenger data by the British Ports Association (BPA) has shown that last year ports saw the lowest number of short-sea international passengers since 1962.
Ports set out Freeports priorities ahead of application deadline
4 February 2021
The British Ports Association has set out three priorities for the establishment of freeports for UK governments ahead of the deadline for bids closing in England this Friday.
Sunset in Liverpool Scoops First Prize in Maritime Photo Competition
3 February 2021
A stunning photo of a cargo ship silhouetted against the setting sun on the Mersey has won the British Ports Association’s inaugural photo competition.
'Things can only get better...' Ports survey reflects mood of tentative optimism for 2021
27 January 2021
The BPA has today published the results of a survey of UK ports to illuminate the issues they are facing at present and their view of the year ahead.
Scottish Ports Group welcomes Scottish Government's establishment of 'Green Ports'
22 January 2021
The Scottish Ports industry has welcomed the Scottish Government’s acknowledgement of the role ports have to play in supporting their communities, stimulating economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic and assisting with net-zero transition.
Vaccine prioritisation needed for the unsung heroes of the UK ports sector
18 January 2021
The British Ports Association has called for essential port workers to be given priority during the rollout of the Coronavirus vaccine amid rising infection levels so as to protect vital supply chains.
Government must act immediately on seafood export issues
17 January 2021
The British Ports Association has written to Ministers about the continuing issues affecting seafood exports to the EU. At an urgent meeting of 20 fishing ports from across the UK on Friday, numerous serious issues were raised with new processes that are affecting landings and undermining the fisheries sector.
Port Growth Back on the Agenda for 2021
5 January 2021
The British Ports Association’s Chief Executive outlines what the agenda for UK ports will look like during 2021