A UK hub for circular economy and materials handling

A UK partner to circular economy, advanced materials handling, offshore and maritime industries
Fit-for-purpose facilities, equipment and deep-water capability (two berths up to 8.5m)
An intermodal port with direct road, rail & sea connections
Major growth and development opportunities with significant investment and self-build potential

Strategically positioned in the North East of England, Port of Sunderland is a UK port of choice for national, European and global clients operating within the circular economy.

Handling tonnes of bulk and project cargo per annum and with over 20 acres of land for future inward investment and development opportunities, we offer highly specialist logistics and operational expertise supporting world-leading organisations who require optimum materials handling capability.

Capabilities

With direct sea, road and rail links onsite, our connectivity to the wider UK, European and international routes makes Port of Sunderland a preferred location for global customers. Two deep water berths and continuous investment in bulk handling equipment, industrial storage and a highly skilled workforce delivers expert capability and fit-for-purpose solutions.

Commodities

Regular traffic includes dry bulks, grain/feedstuffs, forest products, oil/petroleum, liquid fertiliser, offshore, general cargo, project cargo (heavy lift) & unitised cargoes, including containers, we are at the forefront of materials handling, in particular, niche cargo and circular economy goods on behalf of organisations worldwide.

Circular Economy

Our commitment to the green energy agenda and our ability to handle (and convert) circular economy goods into clean products has seen us contribute £1.4bn to the UK economy per annum. A growing number of companies are looking at Sunderland for new investment opportunities, expansion and future growth, with Port of Sunderland underpinning this as a key delivery partner.

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