Leith prides itself on excellent customer satisfaction. From vessel navigation, through our state-of-the-art lock entrance using our own river pilots and tug fleet, to vessel loading and unloading utilising our quayside cranes, hydraulic material handlers, or specialist equipment such as the Siwertel bulk cement discharger; Leith provides a range of services to handle all types of cargo. If you’re looking to move a heavier item, we have crane hire firms locally who can provide equipment for heavy lifts.

All cargo handling services are managed by our highly experienced team with our in-house workforce of stevedores, supported by our specialist marine, health and safety and engineering departments. Facilities, infrastructure and multimodal connections are key to the success of a port and Leith is proud to offer:

• Global Connections
• Excellent links to other local ports
• Security which meets the ISPS standard (International Ship and Port facility Security code)
• The largest dry dock facility on the East coast of Scotland
• 20 working berths and extensive covered and open quayside storage
• Anchorage availability both in the port and in the Forth estuary

Forth Ports Leith is a busy facility which has seen record throughput in recent years. We are always keen to discuss opportunities for commercial development using our land and warehousing facilities to assist our customers in providing efficiency and growth opportunities to their business. We believe in building long-term partnerships with our customers, supporting the local and national economies whilst strengthening our close links to our neighbouring communities.