Forth Ports Group
Forth Ports: A Journey of Growth and Investment
Established: 1967 as a Port Authority
Growth:
- 2011: Acquired by Arcus Infrastructure Partners
- 2011: PSP Investments took a financial stake
- 2018: PSP became the primary shareholder, bringing in co-investors
Core Strategy: Continuous investment to support major and specialist projects across various industries
Current Status:
- Employees: Over 1,300
- Rank: 3rd largest port operator group in the UK
- Role: Major UK employer, key contributor to the national economy, and trusted partner to industry-leading customers
Impact: Enhancing logistics flows across the UK and supporting key industries through our extensive port operations
Forth Ports’ commitment to investment and growth has solidified its position as a market leader and vital part of the UK’s infrastructure.
Forth Ports at a glance:
31 million tonnes of cargo handled
8 ports across Scotland and England
Contributing £950 million economic value
3rd largest UK port operator
Home to London’s largest port
Home to Scotland’s largest port
Investing over £1billion
1,300+ employees
Statutory harbour authority for the Forth and Tay
Port of Tilbury London Overview
History and Scale:
- Established: Over 130 years ago
- Current Status: UK’s 3rd largest port and London’s closest port
- Cargo: Handles 16 million tonnes annually, 36% of the River Thames’ total volume
Economic Impact:
- Turnover: Generates over 50% of Forth Ports Group’s turnover
- Employment: Approximately 700 employees
- Contribution: £394 million to the UK economy
Investment and Development:
- 2012-2020: £1bn investment programme
- Key Developments:
- 152-acre ‘Tilbury2’ port extension
- 70-acre distribution park with Europe’s largest warehouse (over 2 million square feet), operated by Amazon UK
Future Growth:
- Projections:
- Double cargo volume to 32 million tonnes per annum
- Triple direct port-related employment from 4,000 to over 12,000 in the next 10-15 years
The Port of Tilbury continues to expand and innovate, driving significant economic growth and enhancing its role as a key logistics hub.
Forth Ports Scotland Overview
Largest Port Group in Scotland:
- Ports Operated: 7 strategically located ports
- Access: Fast and efficient access to major industry hubs and 70% of the Scottish population
Key Ports:
- Grangemouth: Largest port in the group, home to Scotland’s largest container terminal and crucial oil and gas terminals
- Leith: Scotland’s capital port, 3 miles from Edinburgh, largest enclosed deep-water port in Scotland, key for offshore industry mobilisation and demobilisation
- Dundee: Significant economic driver, market leader in offshore renewables and decommissioning of oil & gas platforms
- Rosyth: Best connected port in Scotland, premier agricultural hub with excellent logistics and marine capability
- Burntisland, Kirkcaldy, Methil: Fife satellite ports, each offering unique strengths and port-centric solutions for various sectors
Economic Impact:
- Employment: Supports over 10,000 direct, indirect, and induced jobs
- Economic Value: Generates over £550 million directly
Forth Ports Scotland continues to drive economic growth and provide essential services across its extensive network of ports.
Across the Group
Capital Cruising and Port Solutions
Capital Cruising:
- Unique Offering: Closest connections to the capital cities of England and Scotland
- Growing Business: Increasing number of cruise ship calls each year
- Tourism Gateway: Recognised brand supporting 560 employees and contributing £15.5 million GVA
Port Solutions:
- Strategic Locations: Ports spread across the UK, providing diverse solutions
- Unified Team: Collaboration and shared expertise across all ports
- Customer Focus: Consistent, safe, and flexible solutions tailored to customer needs
- Partnership Approach: Working with customers to support their business goals and objectives
Forth Ports’ commitment to investment and strategic locations ensures we deliver unrivalled value and exceptional service to our customers.
