CLdN to further expand its Teesport service
Following P&O Ferries’ recent decision to close its Zeebrugge - Teesport freight service, CLdN wishes to assure all customers of its long-term commitment to its established Teesport freight shipping service. CLdN will now explore an expansion of its Zeebrugge - Teesport route, but is also considering setting up a new Rotterdam - Teesport freight route if customer demand proves to be supportive.
CLdN launched its Zeebrugge - Teesport service in 2023 and expanded capacity on the route earlier this year. The line provides direct and reliable access for freight units to and from the Northeast of England and Scotland. A long-term agreement with PD Ports, the owners of Teesport, enables CLdN to offer its customers a robust and stable service.
Offering one of the deepest general purpose quays in the UK and lock free access to the North Sea via the River Tees, Teesport is the UK’s sixth largest port. With a 50 year track record of offering a successful European ferry service, PD Ports also offers a complementary on-site intermodal rail terminal enabling direct access to the UK’s national rail network, including two train departures to Scotland per day, and comprehensive logistics services.
CLdN is the leading provider of RoRo freight connections between mainland Europe and the East coast of the UK. At Zeebrugge, customers can place their cargo in one terminal hub and choose to ship to any one of CLdN’s three terminals on the East coast of England: Purfleet (London), Killingholme (Humberside) and Teesport, offering significant ‘last mile’ logistics benefits by avoiding road mileage and unnecessary CO2 emissions.
Gary Walker, Chief Operating Officer of CLdN’s shipping activities, commented: “The arrival of the two new 8.400 lane metre hybrid RoRo newbuilds (MV Chaumine and MV Leonine) has further enhanced our ability to ship unaccompanied freight across the North Sea with lower CO2 emissions than any of our competitors. With three access points from Zeebrugge and two from Rotterdam, we offer customers the most complete array of freight services to and from the East coast of England with excellent transshipment possibilities to other destinations. We are looking forward to providing expanded solutions for customers on this important Zeebrugge - Teesport route and will also be happy to look at possibilities for a new Teesport service from Rotterdam depending on customer interest.”
Frans Calje, chief executive officer at PD Ports, added: “Teesport is a vital link for trade flows between the north of England to mainland Europe and beyond, serving key markets. We are pleased to support CLdN as they look to strengthen this vital ferry route and build an efficient and resilient network, ensuring cargo continues to move seamlessly across the North Sea, supporting regional growth and global trade.”
Any customers interested in the Teesport freight shipping route and/or other CLdN trade links can get in touch with their usual commercial contact or via : roro.salesuk@cldn.com.
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