The Port of Liverpool is set for a multi-million-pound expansion.
A distribution group is planning to start the expansion project at the end of the month. Maritime Transport is looking to increase its base from four acres up to ten.
The expansion will see a new storage yard for loaded containers after it signed an agreement with Peel Ports Group. The construction is set to begin at the start of April and will include a new transport depot along with new offices, Business Live reports.
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The project is expected to be completed in November. John Williams, group executive chairman at Maritime Transport, said: "This significant investment, which marks the beginning of a strategic collaboration with Peel Ports, heralds an exciting time for the company in terms of our growth, whilst we continue to provide the very best facilities and excellent working environments for our colleagues.
"The Port of Liverpool has established itself as a key gateway for our customers over the years, and we are excited to be bringing high quality storage space and even greater capability and choice to the market as we see an increase in demand for our services."
David Huck, chief operating officer at Peel Ports Group, added: "This is a major commitment which is yet another highlight in the exciting evolution at the Port of Liverpool. It links perfectly with our strategy to extend our multi-modal connections providing better links beyond our current hinterland.
"We’re also pleased to see one of our important customers continuing to enjoy success and together we are going from strength-to-strength."
