A commercial port in Dorset has opened a new deep-water berth as part of a £26m development.
Redevelopment of the deep water quays at Portland Port hopes to enhance its cruise and cargo handling operations as well as its service provision for vessels including those from the Royal Fleet Auxiliary. The development has been designed to meet the rising demand and keep ahead of the trend for increasing sizes of cruise ships, including liners of up to 350m in length.
Portland Port held a ceremony with more than 150 guests to celebrate completion of the landmark project. The Lord-Lieutenant of Dorset Angus Campbell unveiled a commemorative plaque in front of port employees, tenants, dignitaries and other invitees to mark the occasion.
