DP WORLD
LONDON GATEWAY
The UK’s smart trade gateway, only 28 miles from London and at the heart of Europe’s biggest market. Located within the Thames Freeport, we give your business faster access, lower costs and greater flexibility.
FUTURE-READY
INVESTING IN RESILIENCE
Our ongoing commitment to expand London Gateway includes a £1bn investment in two new deep-water berths and a second rail terminal, which will establish the facility as the UK's largest container port by the end of the decade.
Additional future-proofing projects include BOXBAY’s new Empty Superstack, which will transform port operations and set a new global benchmark for efficiency and safety.
We’re preparing more resilient trade solutions, creating and supporting thousands of jobs, and further enhancing our locations as strategic gateways to UK and European markets.
PORT INNOVATION
ELECTRIFICATION
& AUTOMATION
London Gateway berth 4 has set the benchmark for electrified port operations using an innovative fleet of fully electric straddle careers, internal vehicles and equipment, setting a new standard for low-carbon port operations. Further supporting the electric operations, London Gateway has Europe’s first ultra-high-power charging system for ports, enabling ultra-rapid charging and efficient operations while eliminating almost all noise pollution, vibrations and emissions.
At DP World, we’ve seen the advantages of automation first-hand. The crown jewels of our London Gateway operation are 12 of the largest ship-to-shore cranes in the world. They are 138m giants that can be operated remotely as they lift four 20-foot containers (or two 40 footers) at time. Because they’re unmanned, these cranes can operate in almost any weather, including when high winds make it impossible for standard ports to operate. Beyond the shore, 60 automated stacking cranes aided by an incredible array of sensors and automated cameras, load and unload around 1,800 trucks per day.
And now, we will soon be the first European port to install the revolutionary empty container handling system, BOXBAY Empty Superstack. Using High Bay Storage technology, the system will store 20- and 40-foot empty containers up to 16 tiers high inside a fully enclosed, automated facility, capable of more than 200 container moves per hour on the waterside. The result is a dramatic improvement in yard capacity, safety, and operational efficiency.
WE'VE GOT THE PERFORMANCE THAT COUNTS
With direct links between deep-sea terminal, warehousing, and transport networks, we provide the scale, speed, and flexibility global supply chains depend on.
Faster Vessel
Turnaround
Our fleet of Mobile Harbor Cranes and Super-Post Panamax Quay cranes , both capable of twin lifts, ensure faster loading and discharge from vessels.
Faster Truck
Turnaround
RTGCs, Reach Stackers, and automated yard management results in speedy container delivery.
Easier
documentation
Documentation procedures have been simplified, and the documentation centre is fully staffed to ensure faster clearance and minimum waiting time for vehicles.
Flexible cut-off
time
Export containers can be gated four hours before the berthing of the nominated vessel. Relaxation on a case-to-case is allowed on Special Service Request (SSR).
TERMINAL SPECS
| London Gateway | |
| Full capacity | 3.4M TEUs |
| Reefer points | Over 3000 |
| Total terminal area | 460 acres |
| Yard stacking area | |
| Gate/truck lanes | 12 |
| Truck turn time | 45 min, avg. |
CONNECTIVITY
& SYNERGY
London Gateway Port connects by road and rail to every part of the UK and beyond. Its strategic location and advanced infrastructure make it one of the most connected deep-sea terminals in Europe, ensuring efficient, reliable movement of goods across supply chains.
SAFETY &
SECURITY
DP World London Gateway prioritises safety and security through rigorous protocols, advanced technology, and training. The port implements comprehensive measures to protect personnel, cargo, and infrastructure, ensuring a secure environment. Regular safety audits, surveillance systems, and emergency response plans contribute to maintaining high standards. Commitment to safety not only protects assets but also enhances operational efficiency and fosters trust among stakeholders.
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