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Port of Dover News Articles
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. ...
