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Harbour House
Marine Parade
Dover
CT17 9BU
Tel: +44 (0) 1304 240 400
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Tel: +44 (0) 1304 245 392
Email: property.office@doverport.co.uk
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The Port of Dover Police can be contacted 24 hours a day and 365 days of the year, please contact:
Port of Dover Police
Floor 4. Terminal Control Building,
Eastern Docks,
Dover, Kent,
CT16 1JA
TEL: +44 (0) 1304 216 084
FAX: +44 (0) 1304 241 956
E-mail: police@doverport.co.uk
Port of Dover News Articles
The Port of Dover is Standing Against Plastic Waste as Seatrade Exhibits to be Used for Sustainable Community Projects
The Port of Dover exhibited at Seatrade Global in Miami in 2019 with a stand made entirely from waste plastic collected from the world's oceans and beaches. The stand, made from recycled plastic - from the frame, walls and flooring to the furniture and soft furnishings - has now returned to the UK from Port Everglades via Princess Cruises' Island Princess. Having been carefully unloaded from the ship by Solent Stevedores, the stand is now on its way to be recycled again into chairs for local schools. ...
CARNIVAL CRUISE LINE RETURNS TO DOVER, BEGINS SERIES OF SAILINGS ON CARNIVAL PRIDE
For the first time in nearly a decade, Carnival Cruise Line set sail today from Dover, England on Carnival Pride's inaugural departure from the port. ...
Port of Dover Response to Transport Committee's Road Freight Supply Chain Report
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Platinum Jubilee Beacons - 2nd June 2022
To mark Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee, you are invited to witness the ceremonial lighting of two Beacons located at Clocktower Square / Dover Marina (public access) and at Dover Castle (via live video feed) on 2nd June....
Half Term Travel Information
We look forward to welcoming passengers in what is expected to be a very busy week ahead as travellers depart for their half term getaways....
BASCULE BRIDGE CLOSED FOR MAINTENANCE - TUESDAY 10TH MAY - 10:00 - 16:00hrs
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Port of Dover Returns to Miami for Seatrade Cruise Global
Port of Dover Cruise is thrilled to be back in Miami for the 2022 Seatrade Cruise Global Expo. The Port has worked to produce a unique and exciting stand in partnership with PIE Factory, an agency that helps companies to maximise their positive social and environmental impact, and Before It's Too Late, a non-profit based in Miami, that uses art, science and technology to inspire people to build a more sustainable world. The Port's Cruise Team encourages all attendees to visit stand 2214 to hear about new sustainability targets, understand what Dover offers as a destination, and see how the Port's stand changes throughout the week. ...
Changes to parking provision at Dover Waterfront from Tuesday 3rd May 2022
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Bascule Bridge Closed for Maintenance - Wednesday 27th April 05:30 - 08:00hrs
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Dover District Council: Jobs, Training & Support on Offer for Former P&O Ferries Workers and Local Community
Recruitment Fair supports local community with hundreds of jobs on offer....
Easter Traffic Update - 15 April 2022
Dover is experiencing another busy weekend...
Port of Dover Hosts Brogdale CIC Students at Seafront Wildlife Area
The Port of Dover recently hosted students from Brogdale Community Interest Company, an organisation that provides practical learning experiences aimed at enhancing skills, providing qualifications and equipping young people for a positive step into adulthood....
Bascule Bridge Closed for Maintenance: 05:30 - 10:00hrs Tuesday 29th March
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Port of Dover Signposts Support Package for Ex-P&O Crew
Following last week's announcement by P&O Ferries, the Port of Dover has been exploring the range of ways it can offer help and support to former crew members....
Extended Maintenance of the Bascule Bridge - Saturday 12th March
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Dover Harbour Board searches for new Directors with local community knowledge
Dover Harbour Board is currently recruiting two Non-Executive Directors from the Community to join the independent Board of Directors. These appointments will begin in May and July 2022, following the expiration of the terms of the current post-holders in April. As the Port begins a critical chapter beyond Brexit, tackles the challenge of climate change, builds the resilience of its operations and continues to develop its infrastructure, it will be important that these issues are successfully addressed in a way that brings the best community benefit. ...
Port Re-Opens to Shipping Following High Winds Earlier in the Day
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Port of Dover Welcomes HMS Kent to Home County
HMS Kent has arrived in the town of Dover for a visit to her namesake county this weekend. The visit will enable the Ship to reaffirm its historic links to the town, its people and several affiliated organisations in addition to supporting the Channel Dash 80 Anniversary event. Tours for invited community groups will be conducted on the vessel over the weekend. ...
Port of Dover Looks Forward to Record-Breaking Year for Cruising
The only UK destination on the Lonely Planet's Best in Travel List 2022 and welcoming 130 cruises, including 73 turnaround visits and 11 inaugural ships calls; hundreds of thousands of passengers are getting ready to experience the wonders of Kent's Heritage Coastline and our world-famous White Cliffs during what is set to be a record-breaking year for cruising at Dover and the wider region as a destination....
Union Street Bridge Now Open
Following recent strengthening and investigation work on Union Street Bridge (the Swingbridge), the Bridge is now open again to road traffic....
Positive way forward agreed for fishing to resume from Port in 2022
Following the successful trial day held last October, further constructive discussions have taken place between the Port of Dover, Dover Sea Angling Association (DSAA) and the Angling Trust in order to agree a new and positive way forward that will enable fishing to resume safely and securely from Admiralty Pier in early 2022....
Walker Construction Trust Defibrillator Donation
Dedicated to the local communities they serve, Walker Construction is pleased to have founded the Walker Construction Trust in 2019. The Trust is a grant-making organisation run and managed by the Walker Construction employees. Walker Construction employees raised an application to receive a grant to provide a defibrillator along Dover Seafront....
Final Sailings on New Year's Eve and First Departures on New Year's Day
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Union Street Bridge Works Update
Following recent additional strengthening and investigation work on Union Street Bridge (the Swingbridge), an updated date for re-opening has been issued....
Big Pan Foods Arrive at Marina Curve
Big Pan Foods have opened for business in Clock Tower Square on the new Marina Curve at the Port of Dover, serving delicious 'twisted' South African street food to the local community. There's a huge variety on the menu, like paella, wraps, and Durban curry, as well as great vegan options. Stop by for desserts like churros and bubble waffles too. ...
Port of Dover Christmas Closure
Please be advised that the Port of Dover will close for the following period over the Christmas holidays. ...
Logistics UK Hosts Summit Addressing Economic Importance of the Short Straits
The summit was presented with data from Oxera and Ernst & Young which highlighted the role of the straits in the UK economy and their importance in supporting trade routes across the whole of the UK and EU and beyond....
Union Street bridge works update
Following the recent planned inspection of the Union Street bridge (the swingbridge) works, there are some additional structural strengthening and investigations works that we have identified as the work has progressed (further details below)....
Port of Dover New Apprentices complete their first week
With their first week complete following a full-on Induction, our new Apprentices have certainly seen and heard so much about the Port of Dover! They are now very keen to get on and get into their workplace and start their Apprenticeship. The 2.5 day induction, included an introduction to the Port and the Apprenticeship Programme itself, an introduced key HR policies about working at the Port and they were also given information on payroll, pensions, healthcare and other benefits. The Apprentices found out about our work within the community and had an in-depth Safety, Health and Environment, IT and Security and Resilience Induction. Management from the Marine Team, Engineering Team, Police Team, and POD Cargo Team also spent the time to give an overview of our operations and business streams. ...
UPDATE: 12.28 TRAFFIC FLOWING THROUGH THE PORT AFTER EARLIER PROTEST CLEARED BY POLICE
Traffic in and out of the Port is now moving freely following disruption this morning. TAP remains in place and active to clear the last of the backlog....
Resumption of international cruise
The Port of Dover welcomes the announcement by the government that international cruise sailings from England can resume from 2nd August....
Irish Ferries' first UK to France service sets sail from Dover
Irish Ferries' Isle of Inishmore set sail on the inaugural service from Dover to Calais today (Tuesday 29 June). ...
Port staff become #litterheroes by volunteering their lunch break to help clean Dover's beaches
As part of the Great British Beach Clean campaign for World Environment Day 2021, Port of Dover staff volunteered their lunch break this week on 10th and 11th June to help clear litter from Dover and Shakespeare beaches. ...
Getting Dover beach ready for the 2021 summer staycation
We are really looking forward to welcoming the community back to the beach this summer and we are doing some works in preparation so that you can have a safe and pleasant visit....
Marella Announces new UK Coastal Sailings calling at Dover From 25 June
Marella Cruises has revealed details of its brand new itineraries sailing UK shores in summer 2021. ...
HRH the Duke of Edinburgh
Our deepest condolences go to the Royal Family following the very sad news that HRH Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh has passed away....
Irish Ferries announces new service on Dover - Calais route
Irish Ferries, a subsidiary of Irish Continental Group plc (ICG), is pleased to announce a new service on the Dover - Calais route. This service is planned to start in June 2021, with the transfer of the Isle of Inishmore to the route. Additional capacity will be added in the coming months....
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines to offer British Isles and scenic 'no port' sailings from Dover this summer as it prepares for return to cruising
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has today unveiled a brand new 'Welcome Back' programme of cruises to showcase the best of the British Isles this summer, with scenic-only cruises and those with ports of call available on new ship Bolette from Dover....
TOURIST CUSTOMERS: From 18/1/21 a negative PCR test is needed before travelling to France
TOURIST CUSTOMERS: from Monday 18th January, tourist customers from the UK must have a negative PCR test before travelling to France, ...
Port of Dover thanks everyone working through Christmas to get stranded drivers home
At this special time of the year, when we all want to be close to our families, the Port of Dover wishes to thank everyone who will be giving up time with their own families to keep the massive logistical operation in Kent going to get drivers back across the Channel and home to their loved ones throughout the festive period....
Haulier Information
Due to major delays in the area, hauliers trying to cross the Channel must not travel to Kent....
Port of Dover set to re-open to accompanied traffic cleared to travel following negative COVID test
The Port of Dover is set to re-open (2300hrs GMT) to traffic heading to France following an agreement between the UK and French authorities, but only for customers who have had a COVID test with a negative result....
Media access for Brexit coverage
Due to national COVID restrictions and the additional measures attached to Kent being in Tier 4, there will be no media access to the Port's operational areas throughout the Christmas and New Year period....
Industrial Action in Calais has ended
Port of Calais reopens to shipping following Industrial Action in France – UPDATE @ 19:00hrs OPERATION STACK remains in place ...
Operation Stack Implimented
Port of Calais closed to shipping due to Industrial Action – UPDATE @ 12:10hrs OPERATION STACK IN PLACE ...
Operation Stack Imminent
Port of Calais closed to shipping due to Industrial Action – UPDATE @ 11:10hrs OPERATION STACK IMMINENT ...
Port of Calais closed to Shipping
Port of Calais closed to Shipping due to Industrial Action...
Traffic Update
Operation Stack and Dover TAP have now been stood down, following Kent Police operation for ports on the short sea straits....
Port of Dover donates second round of Coronavirus Emergency Fund to 11 charities
The Port has announced the organisations that have received a portion of an additional £40,000 of funding made available through its Coronavirus Emergency Fund....
HARBOUR NOW OPEN FOR SWIMMING AND WATER ACTIVITIES - 19TH AUGUST
The health and safety of our customers and community is of the utmost importance to us. Recent routine tests on the Harbour water quality showed an above normal level of E.coli, so the decision was taken on Sunday (16/08/2020) to close the Harbour for swimming and water activities as a precautionary measure....
Why ports will always keep the economy moving
We will continue to lead the way in helping the UK chart a course towards a secure, sustainable and prosperous future....
Port of Dover announces beneficiaries of its Coronavirus Emergency Fund
The Port has today revealed the ten charities that have received a portion of its £40,000 Coronavirus Emergency Fund. ...
SeaBins installed to help maintain a clean Port and healthy marine life
Three SeaBins have been installed in the Marina; a new revolution in ocean cleaning technology which traps litter and debris to prevent it from being released into the sea....
Open letter from the Chief Executive
The Port of Dover is the UK's trade conveyor belt. We handle £122 billion of trade and 17% of the UK's trade in goods - the very goods that flow right across the UK to keep supermarket shelves full of the essential items the British public need and our fast-paced supply chains operational....
Disney back to spread magic in Dover in 2021
Disney Cruise Line has announced this week that Disney Magic will be returning again to Dover in 2021. ...
Virgin Voyages Scarlet Lady launch weekend in Dover - in pictures
The highlights of Scarlet Lady's official launch weekend as it happened at the Port of Dover, her inaugural port of call. Above picture credit - David de Min...
Study provides DWDR team member a new career direction
As a project based in the East Kent region, and with a policy to recruit locally wherever possible, the Port of Dover's Dover Western Docks Revival (DWDR) development has been a good source of employment for many local people....
Bringing the Port's past to the future generations
Dating back to Roman times the Port of Dover has a long and historic past. Throughout the planning and construction stages of the Dover Western Docks Revival (DWDR) development management of heritage has not only been a major consideration but also an opportunity to delve into both known and unknown structures....
Dover Western Docks Revival (DWDR) Autumn Newsletter 2019
The Autumn 2019 Newsletter for the DWDR development can be found on the Port of Dover website by following the below link....
DWDR trainee comes of age with an honours degree
One of the first influx of people to join the Dover Western Docks Revival (DWDR) project team, Kye, landed the opportunity to work on the single biggest investment the Port has ever undertaken in its history....
Port of Dover Community Fund awards £6,500 to Southern Housing Group
Southern Housing Group, a not for profit organisation that provides housing and employment support to local communities, has been awarded £6,500 from the Kent Community Foundation, through the Port of Dover Community Fund....
ESPO Award 2019 shortlisted projects: Port of Dover
The ESPO Award 2019 will go to the port authority that has developed a successful strategy to reach out to the local community and is succeeding in directly communicating with the port citizens. ...
Transport Minister George Freeman MP praises the Port's preparations to keep Britain's trade front line flowing after Brexit
The Port joined forces with the FTA (Freight Transport Association), a Government Transport Minister and Conservativehome at a Conservative Party Conference fringe event on Tuesday this week in Manchester. ...
P&O Ferries to invest in 260M euro new generation of super-ferries to revolutionise transport between Britain and the Continent
P&O Ferries has signed a contract with Guangzhou Shipyard International Ltd worth 260 million euros to deliver a new generation of ships on the English Channel....
Kent arts charity Bright Shadow bringing Zest to those living with dementia in Dover.
Bright Shadow has received a grant of £9,700 from Kent Community Foundation, through the Port of Dover Community Fund....
Port of Dover Vessel Traffic Service team launches mobile app for marine stakeholders
After several months of development with technology experts, the VTS team at the world's busiest passenger port has launched a new mobile app especially for mariners, providing live, up to date information for the local sea area and within the Port. ...
Port of Dover looks ahead to a promising future after multiple awards success
The Port of Dover has proven its unrelenting national and international business credentials with five finalist entries in a string of high profile, reputable industry awards categories this year - the most it has ever achieved in a single year....
Port of Dover appoints a Chief Operations Officer
Following a thorough process, the Port has appointed Sarah West into the position of Chief Operations Officer (COO). ...
A Day in the Life of Julian Bird from the Harbour Patrol Launch (HPL)
To mark Maritime Safety Week, Julian took the communications team out on a sea trial aboard the pilot vessel Dovorian, to see first-hand the types of incidents that the team deal with to protect the safety of the Port 24/7. ...
Port showcases new Vessel Traffic Service system (VTS) for Maritime Safety Week
To mark Maritime Safety Week, our Port Control team highlights the impact of its brand new Vessel Traffic Service (VTS) system since it was fully unveiled in the spring. ...
Spirit of Discovery arrives in Dover for the first time
Saga's first brand new cruise ship, the Spirit of Discovery, made a grand entrance into her official home port this morning. She arrives ahead of her naming ceremony at the Port next week, when she will be officially christened by her Godmother HRH The Duchess of Cornwall....
Royal British Legion Industries awarded £6,383 from Port of Dover Community Fund
We are pleased to present the Royal British Legion Industries (RBLI) with £6,383 from the Port of Dover Community Fund, in recognition of the vital support it has been giving our veterans since 1919....
Annual Consultative Meeting
Dover Harbour Board's Annual Consultative Meeting will take place on Monday 20th May at 6pm (doors open for refreshments at 5.30pm) in the Best Western Plus Dover Marina Hotel & Spa....
Port of Dover development donates canteen equipment to Emmaus Dover
Since the start of construction over 300 hungry construction operatives working on the Dover Western Docks Revival (DWDR) project have been fed from an on-site canteen. As the project gets nearer to completing Stages 1 and 2 of the development, the numbers are beginning to reduce and the Port decided to find a new home for the well-equipped kitchen....
Port of Dover Community Fund supports local lipreading class
The Port of Dover Community Fund, via the Kent Community Foundation, has recently awarded a grant of £3,500 to local deaf charity, HI KENT, to fund the charity's Whitfield lipreading class for 3 years. ...
Celebrating Port Apprenticeships at the East Kent Apprenticeship Awards 2019
The Port of Dover's Project Manager Apprentice, Lucy Hallett, has been nominated for the East Kent Apprenticeship Awards 2019...
Setting sail on a year of discovery from Dover Cruise Port
131 cruise calls by 19 cruise lines, 36 ships - Saga Cruises 'Spirit of Discovery' naming and inaugural cruise celebrations - Opening of Berth C, Dover Western Docks Revival...
A20 Resurfacing Works - Scheduled Night Work 26th November to 2nd December
As part of the ongoing commissioning stage for the A20 Junction Improvement project which was completed in early 2017 it has become necessary to undertake some resurfacing works during November....
Booking Open for White Cliffs Christmas ICE-travaganza 2018
Booking for ice-skating and Father Christmas as well as full details of this year's fantastic event are now available at www.whitecliffschristmas.co.uk...
It's all Dover for boxed-in container ports
Much of the negative Brexit talk on ports has been about queues of lorries at Dover, but not about worsening quayside and landside box port congestion at the UK's big container terminals....
Lower Thames Crossing to boost road capacity by 90 per cent
A major new road linking Kent, Thurrock and Essex would nearly double road capacity across the river Thames and almost halve northbound journey times at Dartford Crossing, under updated plans released by Highways England today....
It's a date - Saga announces Dover to be the port for the naming of Spirit of Discovery on July 5th, 2019
Saga's first new-build boutique cruise ship to be named in home port. Dover delighted to be chosen as location of momentous naming....
Dover young citizens fire up local 'dragons'
Young people taking part in the National Citizen Service (NCS) programme faced some local 'dragons' earlier this month, to put their social action ideas to the test...
A musical extravaganza at Port of Dover Community Regatta
As well as all of the maritime fun, this year's Port of Dover Community Regatta is set to be a musical extravaganza....
Decision on the Goodwin Sands Marine Licence Application (MLA/2016/00227)
The Port of Dover is pleased that the Marine Management Organisation (MMO) has issued the marine licence necessary for it to obtain the reclamation material that it would need to complete the final reclamation stage for the Dover Western Docks Revival (DWDR) development....
ICE 200: Port of Dover - one of top 200 influential projects that shaped the world
The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) has announced the Port of Dover as one of the top 200 influential projects, past and present, which illustrate how civil engineering has shaped the world and transformed people's lives for the better....
Dover Cruise - June 2018 Highlights
In June, Dover Cruise hosted a total of 11 calls in view of the iconic White Cliffs....
Port of Dover Apprentice wins East Kent College 'Outstanding Apprentice of the Year' award
Port of Dover IT Apprentice, Abigail Wilkins has been awarded Outstanding Apprentice of the Year by East Kent College after demonstrating exceptional professional development in both her working role at the port and as a student at East Kent College....
All aboard for the 2018 Dover Marina Open Day
Family favourite makes welcome return....
Dover Cruise - May Highlights
May was an exciting and busy month for Dover Cruise with a total of 25 calls. ...
Traffic, ships, sea, and storms - How port's Engineering Team keep crucial docks running
A crucial maintenance programme to overhaul ferry berth ED9 is underway in the port of Dover's Eastern Docks to ensure the continued safe docking of ferries carrying up to 17% or £122 billion of the UK's trade in goods....
Chief Executive
Tim Waggott has decided to leave the Port of Dover at Easter to pursue new opportunities...
Celebrating Woman in Construction
Rajveer Bains, Procurement Assistant, for VSBW is currently working on Dover Western Docks Revival (DWDR) development....
Apply to become a local representative on the independent Port and Community Forum
Apply to become a local representative on the independent Port and Community Forum....
Letter to Exiting the European Union Committee from Port of Dover Chief Executive
THE BRIDGE SECURING JOBS AND LIVELIHOODS...
Port of Dover Director, Barbara Buczek to speak at the International Cruise Summit.
Barbara Buczek, Port of Dover Director of Corporate Development and Operations will speak at the International Cruise Summit in Madrid on 29 November 2017....
Dover Western Docks Revival reveals the past whilst planning for the next exciting chapter
The first few months of excavation for the new Wellington Dock Navigation Channel for Port of Dover's flagship Dover Western Docks Revival (DWDR) have uncovered some exciting new features relating to the origins of the historic Western Docks....
Teeing off to support local charity
VSBW, a joint venture between VolkerStevin and Boskalis Westminster, principal contractor for the Port of Dover's flagship Dover Western Docks Revival (DWDR) development, held an exciting charity golf day on Thursday 7 September at Chestfield Golf Club, Whitstable in Kent....
Export Hub is coming to Port of Dover
The Department for International Trade's Export Hub is coming to Port of Dover. Drop in and speak with an International Trade Adviser about export opportunities and enhancing your business profile. The demand is out there. You should be too!...
Deliver for Dover statement
Potential £0.5bn loss to Dover was produced by independent economists Oxera...
Summer Getaway Travel Advice
With the school holidays fast approaching, ports and airports around the country will be busy with the summer getaway....
'English Channel freight volumes in first half of year were highest ever' says P&O Ferries
P&O Ferries carried more freight across the English Channel in the first six months of 2017 than in any first half of the year in its modern history....
Port of Dover excels during 2017's busiest period to date and continued heightened security.
This Bank Holiday saw one of the Port of Dover's busiest and most successful periods....
Invitation: Dover Western Docks Revival Stakeholder Update Presentation
Construction is now underway with the appointment of VSBW, a joint venture between VolkerStevin and Boskalis Westminster, to deliver the marine structures and bridge contract for the Port of Dover's flagship Dover Western Docks Revival (DWDR) development....
A20 pedestrian crossing improvement work completed
Following completion of the main A20 Junction Improvement Scheme in February; work to upgrade the pedestrian crossing at the Union Street junction, adjacent to the entrance with Snargate Street, has now been completed. ...
National Ferry Fortnight dates announcement
Ferry Together 6 to 20 May 2017...
New Lower Thames Crossings to cut congestion and create thousands of jobs
Preferred route for a new Lower Thames Crossing and A13 widening announced. ...
Kids Easter Race Cancellation
Unfortunately, due to lack of entrants this year, the Kid's Easter Race has been cancelled....
P&O Ferries reports highest ever Q1 freight volumes on the English Channel
P&O Ferries carried more freight across the English Channel in the first three months of the year than in any first quarter in its modern history. ...
Meet the Buyer - Supplier Engagement Event 4th April, 2017
DWDR Meet The Buyer event provides the opportunity for the principal contractor to meet local businesses of all sizes and understand the services they can offer. ...
Dover 2017 cruise season underway with the welcome arrival of the Saga Pearl II
Another successful cruise season ahead for Dover Cruise Port....
DWDR Commencement of Construction
The first stage of construction is now underway with the appointment of VSBW, a joint venture between VolkerStevin and Boskalis Westminster, to deliver the marine structures and bridge contract for the Port of Dover's flagship Dover Western Docks Revival (DWDR) development....
Invitation: Dover Western Docks Revival (DWDR) Presentation
The first stage of construction is now underway with the appointment of VSBW, a joint venture between VolkerStevin and Boskalis Westminster, to deliver the marine structures and bridge contract for the Port of Dover's flagship Dover Western Docks Revival (DWDR) development....
High Volumes of traffic at the Port of Dover
Latest traffic information...
Business coalition makes case for Lower Thames Crossing to Chancellor
The Port of Dover is among 20 leading transport, commerce, retail and development bodies to press the Government for a new Lower Thames Crossing this week. Read their joint letter.......
Investors "take a fresh look" at Dover as town, Port and waterfront projects get underway
Invest in Dover at MIPIM UK, Olympia, 19-21 October 2016...
Slow mover: Large load heading to Sellindge Substation from the Port of Dover
Large load due to travel from the Port of Dover to Sellindge Substation on Monday 24 October 2016. Delivery will travel at a maximum speed of 12 mph. Essential specialist maintenance carried out so people continue to have electricity available whenever they need it....
Dover traffic to get revised speed limit boost
National speed limit reinstated on A20...
Young prize winner tours the Port of Dover
Local boy enjoys VIP visit...
Calais Camp Closure
Joint statement issued by Port of Dover, P&O Ferries and DFDS...
Dover Bluebird Heritage Trail Launched
Inspiring trail of local historic landmarks...
Working together to secure a strong future for cargo at Dover
The Port of Dover has been in fruitful discussions with George Hammond PLC to explore how best to secure the long term success of the cargo business at Dover as the Dover Western Docks Revival (DWDR) scheme, designed to further develop that key business, moves forward....
Follow-Up: Goodwin Sands Marine Licence Open Meeting
Following our engagement with the group Save our Sands (SoS) and members of the general public at the open meeting on 14th July 2016, we wish to reassure members of the public that we undertook extensive research ahead of submitting the Marine Licence Application, which is now under consideration by the MMO....
Rally for Heroes is the Wheel Deal
Port of Dover hosts Charity Road Trip visit...
Goodwin Sands Marine Licence Application Open Meeting
The Port has made special arrangements for representatives of Save our Sands (SOS) and coastal parish and local councils to have the opportunity to attend an Open Meeting with world-class experts brought from across the country regarding Port of Dover's Marine Licence Application (MLA) to dredge the Goodwin Sands....
Open Letter from Port Chief Executive
Uncertainty has been one of the defining characteristics across our wide and diverse British life since last week's vote to leave the European Union. The town, people and businesses of Dover are no different. Everyone is rightly concerned about what the future holds for them....
Port of Dover Responds to EU Referendum
Responding to the EU Referendum result, Port of Dover Chief Executive Tim Waggott said:...
Business as usual for ferry passengers
EU leave vote will not affect travel plans, says Discover Ferries....
Disney Magic welcomed back to Dover's Cruise Port
Disney's magnificent ship returns...
Update on Port of Dover travel
French heightened security continues ...
P&O Ferries Reports Record 13th Consecutive Month of Carrying More Than 100,000 Freight Vehicles on English Channel
P&O Ferries today announces that in May it recorded the longest run of high monthly freight volumes between Dover and Calais in its modern history....
Euro 2016 fans advised to plan journeys
Football fans heading to France for this summer's Euro 2016 football tournament are being advised by Highways England to plan their journeys....
Dover Primary Schools Tag rugby tournament
This year's Dover Primary Schools Tag rugby tournament was the largest sporting event in the district for primary schools. Over 200 10 & 11 year olds from 17 schools participated in the full day event hosted by Dover RFC. ...
Government Easter travel advice to customers
Due to Border Force Officers performing enhanced checks, the Government has issued the following advice to people returning to the UK this Easter....
Port Information following events in Brussels
The Port has been conducting heightened security checks since the Paris attacks in November. Today's tragic news from Brussels underlines why we must all remain vigilant....
Advice for local drivers in Dover
With Easter and the school holidays approaching, Dover is expecting one of its busiest times of the year as international road hauliers pass through to supply British shops while UK families and coach groups head off on holiday....
P&O Ferries reports highest ever freight volumes on the English Channel in 2015
P&O Ferries carried more freight between Dover and Calais in 2015 than in any previous year in its modern history....
Dover Bluebird Heritage Trail secures Heritage Lottery Fund support
The Dover Bluebird Heritage Trail, designed to make the local community and visitors much more aware of Dover's abundant heritage, has received £59,000 from the Heritage Lottery Fund....
Advice for local drivers in Dover
With Christmas approaching, Dover is expecting one of its busiest times of the year as international road hauliers pass through to supply British shops with goods for the festive season and UK families travel on holiday....
Apply to become a local representative on the Port and Community Forum
The Port and Community Forum is looking for two local independent members of the public with an interest in the Port to apply to join this independent Forum....
P&O Ferries reports highest ever volume of cross-Channel freight traffic in third quarter
P&O Ferries carried more freight between Dover and Calais in the third quarter of the year than ever before in its modern history....
P&O Ferries reports highest number of cross-Channel passengers in August for 12 years
P&O Ferries today reports that the number of passengers crossing the English Channel on its services in August was the highest for any month since 2003. ...
Great British Beach Clean: 18 to 21 September 2015
Join the UK's biggest beach clean and litter survey, and show our coastline some love....
DFDS Seaways: Agreement reached on the Dover-Calais route
DFDS has announced that an agreement between the staff representatives of SCOP-SeaFrance, Eurotunnel and DFDS, concerning the release of the Channel ferries Rodin and Berlioz, was reached with the assistance of the French Transport Minister on Monday August 31....
Highways England Press notice: Details of how freight will be routed to reduce pressure on the M20 in Kent when there is disruption to cross-Channel services was announced by Highways England.
Highways England, in partnership with Kent County Council and Kent Police, have worked together on devising a route to divert certain freight traffic bound for the Port of Dover from the M20 to Manston Airfield in East Kent where it will be held until it can be directed to the Port of Dover (ferry services)....
Confederation of British Industry (CBI): Responding to Calais disruption
Highlighting the impact to business of the ongoing situation in Calais. ...
P&O Ferries Update on situation at Calais
IN an update for customers on the situation at Calais, Janette Bell, Commercial Director at P&O Ferries, said: "We are aware of the Foreign Office advice that cross-Channel customers should check with their operator before travelling and would like to make clear that the port of Calais is at present safe and open for business."...
DFDS Seaways services to Port of Calais suspended
Following further action at the Port of Calais affecting its services, DFDS Seaways has currently suspended sailings to Calais until 28th July. It will continue to operate additional services to Dunkerque during the period and customers will be accommodated on the Dunkerque route....
New freight capacity on English Channel as P&O Ferries boosts fleet for peak summer season
P&O Ferries has acted to meet strong demand in the English Channel ferry market and offer more choice to its customers by bringing a sixth ship back into service on the route....
DFDS Seaways Open for Business on the Channel with Extra Ferry on Dover-Dunkirk Service
DFDS Seaways is continuing to divert a fourth ship to its Dover-Dunkirk service for the 16th day in a row as ongoing strike action by former MyFerryLink workers continues to prevent the company from operating a full service into Calais. ...
British Ports Association praises response to Calais disruption to vital trade flows
The British Ports Association very much welcomes the remarkable job carried out by the Port of Dover, the ferry companies and everyone involved both locally and nationally in responding to the disruption caused by the dispute in Calais....
NaVCIS: Joint police operation recovers stolen vehicles and brings offenders to justice
A nationwide multi-agency police operation has disrupted criminal groups as part of an initiative to prevent stolen vehicles being exported through ports from the UK....
A20 Dover Traffic Assessment Information
New traffic management measures are currently being assessed on the A20 on its approach to the Port of Dover. They are being used to regulate the flow of traffic on the A20 when the Port is especially busy and reduce the likelihood of queuing traffic forming on the A20 through Dover. ...
Dover Western Docks Revival Workshop
Public Workshop Tuesday 5th May 2015, From 5:30-7:30PM Cruise Terminal 2, Western Docks...
Annual Consultative Meeting of Dover Harbour Board
Monday 18th May 2015. Doors open at 5pm Cruise Terminal 1, Western Docks, Dover ...
Open Letter from Chief Executive, Port of Dover regarding Shakespeare Beach
The suggestion that Shakespeare Beach is the dirtiest beach in Kent came from a recent survey by the Marine Conservation Society conducted on one day last September. The idea that the beach is dirty purely because of wet wipes is untrue and yet another example of how we seem to be 'doing ourselves down' on a regular basis in this country....
Changes to road layout along the A20 in Dover
Work to change the way that traffic approaches the Port of Dover will begin next week....
Living in historic Dover with one eye on european adventure
If the world of property is all about location, location, location, then the Grade II Regency apartments available to rent from the Port of Dover could not offer a better view of the sea or the enticing coast of France from your own home....
MOTIS Invests £1million to the development of Dover
Motis, the freight services specialist that took over the Freight Services Agency (FSA) within the Port of Dover at the end of 2012, is investing £1million to the development of the site, creating additional employment in the process....
Port of Dover Weighs in with New Procedures
Freight vehicles using the Port of Dover from Tuesday 3 February 2015 will no longer have to stop for weighing before ferry boarding....
UK Ferry Industry Adds Another Million Passengers in 2014
Annual 2014 figures show continued growth of passengers , cars and coaches...
Community giving
Port community funds can create a real impact by supporting local charities and organisations. Felicity Landon reports. ...
Port of Dover Statement on Ebola
The recent decision by the Government to screen for Ebola at certain major UK gateways is a direct response to the current crisis in West Africa. Whilst the Government says the risk to the UK is very low, the Port of Dover will support whatever measures the Government deems appropriate for the Port to ensure it remains a secure place for everyone travelling in and out of the UK. ...
Port of Dover Bursary Scheme
Are you aged between 16 and 24? Live in Dover? Due to start a degree course in September 2015? Then this bursary scheme could provide you with valuable funding and potential career opportunities. ...
Report outlines 'masterplans' for ports
A report from the World Association for Waterborne Transport Infrastructure (PIANC) provides a guide for the preparation of 'masterplans' for existing ports....
Ferry passenger figures maintain growth momentum over the summer
London, 22 September 2014: Passengers travelling in their own cars have continued to be attracted by the ferry operators this year, with UK figures* released today by industry body Discover Ferries, showing a year-to-date growth in 2014 of 2.6% in ferry passengers in the 8 months to end-August, compared to the same period last year....
Port of Dover joins RCPYC in funding bid
The Port of Dover is supporting the Royal Cinque Ports Yacht Club (RCPYC) in promoting a funding bid to Sport England....
Kent: So close to London, so much to discover
Simon Calder explores the delights of England's Garden in the south-easternmost corner of Britain, now only a swift rail ride away...
Ramsgate port 'on verge of bankruptcy' as income falls
Ramsgate port is "teetering on bankruptcy" after income fell by £1.73m in a year, a Kent councillor has said....
Ferry operators issue warning over new fuel rules
Shipping companies face paying £300 million more for fuel next year because they have not been given enough time to comply with new European Union regulations on sulphur emissions, industry leaders have warned....
UK inflation rate falls to 1.5% in May
Lower fares for flights helped to push the rate of inflation down to its lowest level in four-and-a-half years in May....
Cruise industry contributes £2.5 billion to UK economy
The cruise industry's contribution to the British economy grew substantially in 2013, as did the number of UK jobs it supports, according to a report released today by the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA)....
£1 billion boost to local economy through cruise ports
Figures released show a big rise in cruise passengers using the regions ports over the last year, contributing more than £1 billion to the local economy for the first time....
Port of Dover supports National Ferry Fortnight
The Port of Dover is delighted to support National Ferry Fortnight, which runs from 15th to 29th March 2014. ...
