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First anniversary for cargo terminal, built as part of Dover Western Docks Revival

Dover's new cargo terminal has marked its first anniversary.

The building is now used for the handling of goods such as grain, agricultural products, steel, timber, construction materials, and fresh produce.

The terminal, on its first anniversary.
The terminal, on its first anniversary.

It is part of the Port of Dover's Dover Western Docks Revival redevelopment and is on the site of the former Hoverport.

Nik Scott-Gray, general manager, of Port of Dover Cargo Ltd said: “The company is delivering the goods from local through to global markets.

" The speed with which word has spread about our facility and its location next to the busiest shipping lane and with swift and direct access into Europe has been tremendous.

" I would also like to thank the team at Dover for their hard work in ensuring our first year in our new home has been a great success.”

The cargo terminal as viewed from Dover Western Heights.
The cargo terminal as viewed from Dover Western Heights.

Barbara Buczek, chief commercial officer for the Port of Dover, said: “This anniversary is the culmination of many years of planning and construction work as part of our DWDR, which is our single biggest ever investment in the Port.

"It is set to deliver even more opportunities for our various businesses.

" I look forward to marking more anniversaries in the years ahead as we continue to evolve and create the conditions for future success."

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