The British Ports Association has today published it’s six key policy priorities for the 2019 UK General Election, focussing on a swift and satisfactory resolution to Brexit, safety, planning, connectivity, making the most of UK maritime, and fisheries.

ABPmer and the British Ports Association have today published a white paper highlighting how masterplanning can contribute to genuine growth in coastal regions as well as help ports communicate their strategies and visions to stakeholders. Recognising the ports industry as an important economic driver, the paper intends to help local, regional and national planners become aware of the potential of masterplans.

New figures published this week show the Scottish Maritime sector directly supports nearly £10 billion in turnover and 41,000 jobs

Commenting on the horrific situation in Essex, Richard Ballantyne, Chief Executive of the British Ports Association said:

Last week, Policy and Economic Analyst for the BPA, Phoebe Warneford-Thomson, attended the Scottish National Party’s 85th Annual Conference in Aberdeen. The event was held at The Event Complex Aberdeen, a brand new, expansive event complex just outside Aberdeen city centre; which, incidentally, is the site where the BPA 2020 Conference will be held. The key themes of the conference were not surprising; with much discussion of Britain’s exit from the European Union, the failings of the Westminster Parliament and the SNP’s continued pursuit of independence. Though it was welcome to see how Scotland’s maritime industry was often considered within the context of these themes; especially with regards to the resolution on Developing Maritime Trade.

British Ports Association highlights community impact projects at UK ports. The British Ports Association is today publishing a collection of case studies demonstrating the work that ports across the UK are doing with their local communities. This includes the establishment of community projects from Aberdeen to London; as well as smaller ports, such as those owned by Cornwall Council or those that are community run, such as Tobermory Harbour Association.

Statement from the British Ports Association on news of a withdrawal agreement between the UK and EU.

The British Ports Association has published a new assessment of the maritime regulatory environment ahead of the industry’s annual gathering in Belfast this week.

The British Ports Association and foreign exchange experts, Currency UK have today published a report that considers the trajectory of the Pound in the wake of the upcoming Brexit deadline and the potential impact on various aspects of the British economy, relating to ports.

Another conference, another week of howling wind and rain, endless speeches, receptions and events. The BPA were in Manchester this week for the Conservative Party Conference.