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New Mural Funded by ABP Southampton Celebrates History and Capabilities of 17 Port and Maritime Regiment

PRESS RELEASE -- 14, August 2025

(IN BRIEF) ABP Southampton has funded a new mural at the 17 Port and Maritime Regiment’s Junior Soldiers’ Dining Facility, honouring the history and achievements of Army Maritime operations. Spanning three walls, the artwork depicts the Regiment’s involvement in major … Read the full press release

ABP Strengthens Humber Property Team with Appointment of Ben Wood and Stephen Robinson as Lead Asset Managers

PRESS RELEASE -- 14, August 2025

(IN BRIEF) Associated British Ports has appointed Ben Wood and Stephen Robinson as Lead Property Asset Managers for its Humber property team, enhancing its capacity to develop and manage its extensive land portfolio. Operating from ABP’s Hull and Immingham offices, … Read the full press release

ABP Leases 158,000 sq ft Hull Warehouse to Mitsubishi Chemical UK

PRESS RELEASE -- 4, August 2025

(IN BRIEF) ABP has let a 158,000 sq ft warehouse plus 53,000 sq ft of covered space at King George Dock in Hull to Mitsubishi Chemical UK, enhancing the Port of Hull’s strategic logistics network. The site’s proximity to the … Read the full press release

ABP Southampton Sponsors Royal British Legion’s VE Day 80 Concert Honouring Wartime Sacrifice

PRESS RELEASE -- 24, April 2025

(IN BRIEF) ABP Southampton is sponsoring the Royal British Legion’s VE Day 80 Concert on 4 May at Southampton Guildhall, a highlight of the city’s commemorative events. Featuring the Royal Marines Association Concert Band, the concert will honour those who … Read the full press release

ABP and Sarens Collaborate to Propel Floating Offshore Wind Development at Port Talbot

PRESS RELEASE -- 10, October 2024

(IN BRIEF) Associated British Ports (ABP) has entered a strategic partnership with Sarens, a leader in heavy lifting and engineering transport, to promote the implementation of Floating Offshore Wind (FLOW) technology in the Celtic Sea. This collaboration aims to utilize … Read the full press release

Millbay Docks Welcomes Enhanced Infrastructure as West Wharf Strengthening Project Concludes

PRESS RELEASE -- 7, September 2024

(IN BRIEF) Associated British Ports (ABP) has completed the strengthening of the West Wharf at Millbay Docks in Plymouth, a key project funded by the UK Government through the Plymouth and South Devon Freeport seed capital programme. The upgrade, which … Read the full press release

ABP and px Group Unveil Clean Growth Hub at Port of Barry to Drive Low-Carbon Industrial Transformation

PRESS RELEASE -- 22, August 2024

(IN BRIEF) Associated British Ports (ABP) and px Group have announced the launch of a Clean Growth Hub at the Port of Barry in South Wales. The initiative aims to transform over 100 acres of the port into a hub … Read the full press release

ABP Boosts Plymouth’s Summer Events with Sponsorship and Infrastructure Investments

PRESS RELEASE -- 3, August 2024

(IN BRIEF) Associated British Ports (ABP) is sponsoring two major events in Plymouth this summer: the British Firework Championships on August 14-15 and the World Cadet Championships, running until August 9. The firework event supports the Royal National Lifeboat Institution … Read the full press release

ABP Humber Partners with Sailors’ Children’s Society to Support Maritime Families in 2024 Charity Initiative

PRESS RELEASE -- 14, June 2024

(IN BRIEF) Associated British Ports (ABP) Humber has selected the Sailors’ Children’s Society as its charity partner for 2024, continuing its tradition of supporting local causes in the Humber region. The partnership aims to provide crucial assistance to children of … Read the full press release

RNLI Receives Generous Donation of £100,000 from ABP for Construction of New D-Class Lifeboat ‘ABP ONE’

PRESS RELEASE -- 11, June 2024

(IN BRIEF) Associated British Ports (ABP) has generously donated £100,000 to fund the construction of a new D-Class lifeboat, named “ABP ONE,” for the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI). This donation underscores ABP’s commitment to safety and its recognition of … Read the full press release

ABP Champions Environmental Stewardship in Great British Spring Cleanup 2024

PRESS RELEASE -- 26, March 2024

(IN BRIEF) Associated British Ports (ABP) actively participated in the Great British Spring Clean 2024, an extensive environmental campaign organized by Keep Britain Tidy. ABP employees volunteered to collect litter at Ports of Immingham, Grimsby, and Hull, amassing over 40 … Read the full press release

ABP Strengthens Property Team, Welcomes Ben St-Quintin as Lead Development Manager for Wales & Short Sea Ports

PRESS RELEASE -- 8, March 2024

(IN BRIEF) Associated British Ports (ABP) enhances its property team with the appointment of Ben St-Quintin as the new Lead Property Development Manager for the Wales & Short Sea Ports region. Ben, a Chartered Surveyor with extensive experience in property … Read the full press release

ABP Enhances Container Service at Port of Hull with New State-of-the-Art Reach Stacker

PRESS RELEASE -- 6, March 2024

(IN BRIEF) Associated British Ports (ABP) Humber Container Terminal at the Port of Hull receives a new Konecrane SMV 4638 reach stacker, bolstering its container service capabilities alongside its sister facility at ABP Immingham. The addition of this state-of-the-art equipment, … Read the full press release

ABP Hosts ECG Maritime Meeting, Showcasing Automotive Industry Hub

PRESS RELEASE -- 23, February 2024

(IN BRIEF) Associated British Ports (ABP) is hosting the inaugural ECG Maritime & Ports Working Group meeting at its Grimsby port, a pivotal location in the UK’s automotive sector. ABP’s Humber ports, including Grimsby and Immingham, handle over 700,000 vehicles … Read the full press release

ABP Appoints Francis Paonessa as Capital Projects Director to Drive Growth Initiatives

PRESS RELEASE -- 23, February 2024

(IN BRIEF) Associated British Ports (ABP), the UK’s leading port operator, is intensifying its focus on growth and strategic development with the creation of a new role, Capital Projects Director. Francis Paonessa, with extensive experience in delivering large-scale infrastructure projects, … Read the full press release

ABP Unveils Ambitious Masterplan for Port of Newport, Paving the Way for Green Growth

PRESS RELEASE -- 8, February 2024

(IN BRIEF) Associated British Ports (ABP) reveals its ambitious vision for the Port of Newport, aiming to usher in a new era of sustainable growth for both the port and the city. With sustainability as a cornerstone, ABP’s plan focuses … Read the full press release

ABP Acquires Key Land Parcel for Future-Proofing Humber Ports and Business Growth

PRESS RELEASE -- 4, December 2023

(IN BRIEF) Associated British Ports (ABP) has taken a significant step in its property strategy by acquiring the freehold of a 227.5-acre site known as Stallingborough Interchange. This acquisition underscores ABP’s commitment to expanding its commercial port opportunities, encompassing automotive, … Read the full press release

ABP Appoints Lex Hanham to Drive UK Clean Energy Transition Efforts

PRESS RELEASE -- 4, December 2023

(IN BRIEF) In preparation for an active and sustainable 2024, Associated British Ports (ABP) has welcomed Lex Hanham to its Business Development team, where she will lead initiatives aimed at accelerating the UK’s clean energy transition. With over 15 years … Read the full press release

Associated British Ports and Taiwan International Ports Corporation Collaborate on Floating Offshore Wind Development

PRESS RELEASE -- 9, November 2023

(IN BRIEF) Associated British Ports (ABP) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Taiwan International Ports Corporation (TIPC) to collaborate on floating offshore wind (FLOW) projects. The MOU allows for information sharing and experience exchange related to FLOW port … Read the full press release

Associated British Ports (ABP) Explores Offshore Wind Infrastructure Development in Cromarty Firth

PRESS RELEASE -- 5, October 2023

(IN BRIEF) Associated British Ports (ABP) has unveiled plans to investigate the potential development of infrastructure in the Cromarty Firth, Scotland, to support offshore wind (OSW) manufacturing, assembly, and marshalling, as well as green energy initiatives. This area, located within … Read the full press release