CARGO / Offshore Energy

Offshore ENERGY CARGO AT THE PORT OF DOVER

The Kent coast is seeing growth in the energy sector, with the region offering excellent proximity to natural marine energy sources - both wave and tidal stream and is home to one of the country’s largest offshore wind farms; the Thanet Wind Farm.

The Port of Dover is uniquely positioned to deliver fast, dedicated and direct access to Europe on the shortest sea crossing and is close to all of the main Channel shipping lanes, which means minimal ship deviation. Port of Dover Cargo has the capability to handle all types of out of gauge and energy cargo.

dedicated service DIRECT THROUGH DOVER

Port of Dover Cargo can support the day to day needs of the offshore sector, providing round the clock access, layby, bunkering, storage, supply and other activities.

Services include:

• 5 seperate berths available
• 24 hour operation with availability of labour and wide range of plant
• Significant lay down areas suitable for cargo, fabrication and storage
• Covered facilities for short term storage
• Direct access from Channel shipping lanes for offshore wind projects, oil and gas deployments from the North sea sectors to the West Coast of Africa, US Gulf
• Close proximity to main London airports for crew transfer

Managing offshore projects requires special expertise, care and detailing. The Port of Dover has a dedicated operations team with experience and understanding of offshore cargo logistics and heavy lift shipments.           

Port of Dover Cargo understands the importance of safety and is aware of the impact that its operations have. It therefore adheres to international safety standards and is committed to minimising its environmental impact.

The energy sector has very specific needs, specific challenges and logistics and stringent standards for cargo movements. Port of Dover Cargo understands this and is able to organise all types of movement’s for large scale industry equipment and is able to meet each customer’s individual and unique requirements, providing a customised and efficient service.

For more information about energy cargo transportation or Port of Dover please contact nik.scott-gray@dovercargo.co.uk or 01304 240400 Ext: 6701