78 berths. 2,400 vessel movements annually. Connecting manufacturers, traders and economies across 140 countries through world-class maritime infrastructure.
A vessel turnaround time of under 18 hours sets the standard for our industry. We invest continuously in technology, equipment and training to maintain that edge.
Our net-zero by 2040 roadmap covers electrified quayside equipment, shore power for all vessels and a 40% reduction in port-related logistics emissions by 2030.
The port is the region's largest employer. Our community fund invests £12 million annually in education, housing and infrastructure for the 180,000 people who live in our catchment.
Meridian Port Authority was established by Act of Parliament in 1892 as a trust port — operating in the public interest with no shareholders and all surpluses reinvested in infrastructure. Today we manage the nation's second-largest commercial port, handling 42 million tonnes of cargo annually.
All vessel arrivals are coordinated 72 hours in advance through our Port Operations Centre, managing tide windows, berth allocation and service crew deployment.
Meridian's 42 licensed pilots guide vessels from the approaches through our 18-metre deep-water channel to their assigned berth, 24 hours a day.
Cranes, automated straddle carriers and conveyor systems work simultaneously to achieve the fastest possible cargo discharge and loading rates in the sector.
Our integrated customs and border coordination ensures seamless inspection and clearance — reducing dwell time through pre-arrival documentation processing.
Intermodal connections to rail, road and inland waterway ensure cargo moves efficiently from the port estate to final destinations across the country and Europe.
Established by Act of Parliament as a trust port, serving the region's growing industrial export economy.
First port in the country to convert a terminal to dedicated container handling, pioneering modern logistics.
Commissioning of the national LNG importation terminal, securing energy supply for 4 million homes.
Launch of the industry-leading sustainability roadmap committing to net-zero port operations by 2040.
Whether you are a shipping line seeking berth allocation, a cargo owner exploring terminal services or a developer interested in our port estate, our commercial team is available to discuss your requirements.