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We’ ve focused on developing capability at every stage, so customers can rely on a safe, efficient and fully integrated service.”
of Middlesbrough has prioritised infrastructure that keeps cargo moving.
Its 100m rail-linked canopy plays a central role here. By enabling allweather loading and discharge, it protects materials from moisture and contamination while maintaining consistent operations year-round.
For customers, this translates into improved turnaround times and greater confidence in delivery schedules.
On the quayside, investment in Docksolid grab pits is also improving efficiency at the vessel interface. Positioned close to ships, these mobile, weatherproof units streamline the loading process, reducing handling stages and minimising product loss.
The result is faster operations, improved cargo quality and tighter cost control.
Supporting this infrastructure is a modern fleet of bulk-handling equipment designed for both volume and versatility.
High-capacity cranes, each capable of handling up to 3,000 tonnes per day, are equipped with a range of grab types to accommodate different materials, while forklifts and specialist machinery provide additional flexibility across operations.
Together, these assets enable the port to manage a broad spectrum of bulk commodities at scale, without compromising on safety or efficiency.
For AV Dawson, the strategy is clear: build capability across the entire cargo journey, from quayside discharge through to storage and onward distribution.
Richard Hodgson, general manager at the Port of Middlesbrough, sees this as central to the port’ s growing reputation in the sector.
Richard said:“ Our continued focus in the bulk cargo sector reflects both the scale of our investment and the confidence customers have in us as a long-term bulk handling partner.
“ We’ ve focused on developing capability at every stage, so customers can rely on a safe, efficient and fully integrated service.”
That end-to-end approach, combined with ongoing investment and multimodal connectivity, is helping to position the Port of Middlesbrough as a competitive and increasingly important player in the UK’ s bulk cargo landscape.
As global supply chains evolve, that combination of flexibility, reliability and specialist expertise may prove to be its greatest strength.
Speak to a member of the team of find out more at enquiries @ av-dawson. com
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