*** New role - Field Safety Advisor - Dundee *** We have an exciting opportunity in our Scotland Health & Safety team for a Field Safety Advisor to join us at the Port of Dundee. In this role you will work closely with our Health & Safety Manager for Scotland Kevin Douglas and his team to ensure the health, safety, and well-being of our workforce, while safeguarding the environment in which we operate in. If you’re as passionate as we are about Health & Safety and are keen to make a meaningful impact, we would love to hear from you! To find out more and apply, follow the link below.
Forth Ports Limited
Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
Edinburgh, Edinburgh 13,389 followers
We collaborate, problem solve, invest and go the extra mile to find supply chain solutions for our customers to grow
About us
At Forth Ports we do much more than manage cargo passing through our eight ports across the UK. We are intrinsically connected to the success of the local and national economies in which we operate. The commodities we handle allow our economy to thrive and trade, enhancing the quality of life of many people in the UK and countries around the world. As the 3rd largest UK port group, handling in the range of 41 million tonnes of cargo a year we play a pinnacle role in supporting a diverse range of customers and sectors. From our strategically located ports we provide a range of safe, reliable & efficient supply chain services to help customer to simplify their supply chains, reduce cost but ensure consistency, transparency and a high quality of service. Working to understand our customers and their supply chains is what we do to help develop customer lead bespoke solutions through our diverse knowledge and expertise. Our commitment to investing for the future has positioned Forth Ports as a market leader in supporting major and specialist projects for customers across a vast array of industries, adding real value in the process. With over 1,200 employees, Forth Ports has grown to be a major UK employer, key contributor to the national economy, and trusted partner to an ever-increasing number of industry leading customers. Our ports assist in developing logistics flows across the UK and support many key industries. In Scotland, we are developing a range of services and facilities to meet the current and future demands of key industry sectors including agriculture, north sea oil & gas and renewables. We are not standing still, we are investing and adapting to support our futures change. For social media enquiries and collaborations please email engagement@forthports.co.uk
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- Industry
- Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
- Company size
- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Edinburgh, Edinburgh
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 1967
- Specialties
- Containers, Cruise, Grain & Dry Bulk, Liquid Bulks, Paper & Forest, Oil & Gas, Renewables, Ro-Ro, Breakbulk & Project Cargo, Decommissioning, Warehousing & Storage, Construction Hub, Automotive, RDF & Waste, Property, Portcentric, Rail, Learning & Business Services, Anchorage & Towage, Logistics & Supply Chain Solutions, Processing & Manufacturing, Waterborne Freight, and Offshore wind
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We are delighted to announce the appointment of Stuart MacGregor as our new Chief Financial Officer and member of the main board, effective 9th December 2024. Stuart brings a wealth of expertise to the role, with a career spanning over 30 years in the international drinks and UK house building sectors, in financial leadership, strategic business transformation, commercial and operational excellence. Most recently, as Chief Executive Officer at Stewart Milne Group, he led the business through significant strategic initiatives, driving both growth and operational performance. Prior to that, he held senior financial leadership roles at both Stewart Milne, including the role of Chief Financial Officer, and Heineken based in Europe. Stuart is an ICAEW Chartered Accountant. Stuart will report directly to our Chief Executive Officer, Stuart Wallace who said, “With a proven ability to align financial strategy with business ambitions, Stuart’s financial and executive director leadership will be pivotal as we continue to evolve as a business, positioning Forth Ports for continued sustainable growth and long-term success. I am confident that Stuart will not only strengthen our executive team but also bring significant strategic insight and value to the main board and we look forward to him joining the business in December.” Stuart MacGregor said “I am thrilled to be joining Forth Ports at this exciting time for the business. This is a growing company with strong ambitions in sectors that are critical to the Scottish and UK economies. I look forward to playing my part in its future success.” Forth Ports Limited remains committed to achieving a Net Zero carbon operation by 2042, supported by our partnerships with Thames Freeport and Forth Green Freeport, which aim to accelerate the drive to Net Zero across the country. Please join all of us at Forth Ports in wishing Stuart every success in his new role. https://bit.ly/3CQkIyE #ForthPorts #Leadership #NewCFO #BusinessGrowth #Sustainability #NetZero
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The recent Cruise Forth Annual Cruise Conference in Scotland was a resounding success, attracting distinguished guests from around the world. Read more in the post below. #cruise #cruising #conference #edinburgh #scotland #tourism
Fantastic for Cruise Scotland and its members to support Cruise Forth sixth annual Cruise Conference - What Works for Tourism? The event, organised by CruiseForth, examined trends in cruise tourism, with input from Jens Chr. Skrede Managing Director of Cruise Europe, Liz Gammon Seatrade Cruise expedition ambassador, on the growth of the expedition market and the opportunities for Scotland, Sirle Arro on the collaborative work undertaken to promote Baltic Ports to cruise lines, and from SCOTO’s Carron Tobin whose work in Scotland supports rural communities to work constructively with the growth in tourism. With representation and engagment from Cruise lines visiting Scotland including Scott Tristram Ambassador Cruise Line and Gerhard Luebbren AIDA Cruises Key initiatives were discussed including community led, sustainable, responsible and regenerative tourism. The value of Cruise tourism to Scotland was also highlighted along with the attributes of Cruise as being one of the most managed forms of tourism and how it can successfully deliver on these initiatives adding huge value to Scotlands coastal communities and beyond. Whilst the attractions of Scotland to the industry were highlighted by Liz Gammon who described the region as “packed with culture, history, unique nature and breathtaking landscapes offering destination experiences and opportunities that no cruise line should overlook! “ With over 80 delegates in attendance feedback described an 'inspiring day with engaging discussions and valuable insights', noted CruiseForth’s Peter Wilson Thank you also to The Port of Leith Distillery for post event tour! Cruise Britain Cruise Europe CapitalCruising Forth Ports Limited
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We’re thrilled to share some fantastic opportunities to join our growing & dynamic teams across our ports. We’re currently hiring for various engineering roles in Scotland and Tilbury, as well as exciting opportunities in Safety, Health, Environment & Quality and our In-house Legal team! To find out more about these positions and to apply, please follow the link to our vacancies page below ⬇ #WeAreHiring #CareerOpportunities #JoinUs
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We’re excited to announce the upcoming addition of a new Liebherr LHM 550 Mobile harbour crane to the Port of Tilbury! After a successful Factory Acceptance Test, this cutting-edge crane will be delivered early in 2025, enhancing our operations. It’s our most environmentally friendly crane yet, running on sustainable HVO fuel, designed for electric power, featuring an energy recovery system, and equipped with eco-friendly tyres. This aligns perfectly with our net-zero goals and we’re proud to partner with Liebherr-Great Britain in achieving these ambitious sustainability targets. Learn more about our journey to net zero here: https://bit.ly/3V1LSZm #PortOfTilbury #Sustainability #GreenOperations #NetZero #ForthPorts #Liebherr #Innovation #EcoFriendly #FutureReady
We’re thrilled to share the progress on the Port of Tilbury’s latest addition to their fleet: a new Liebherr LHM 550 Mobile Harbour Crane. Following a successful Factory Acceptance Test at our Rostock facility, this cutting-edge machine is on track for delivery early in the new year, ready to bolster operations at the Port of Tilbury. But this isn’t just any crane—it’s set to become the most environmentally friendly crane in Forth Ports' fleet, aligning perfectly with their carbon-neutral and net-zero goals. What makes this crane a sustainability champion? - HVO Fuel Compatibility: Runs on sustainable Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) fuel, reducing carbon emissions. - Electric-Ready Design: Future-proofed with the ability to connect to an electrical power supply, paving the way for zero-emission operations. - Energy Recovery System: Captures and reuses energy, enhancing efficiency and lowering overall fuel consumption. - Latest Engine Technology: Complies with the most stringent emissions standards, setting new benchmarks for eco-friendly port equipment. - Eco-Friendly Tyres: Equipped with tyres produced by Continental at their Púchov, Slovakia, plant—recently awarded the ISCC PLUS sustainability certification, recognising its leadership in sustainable and carbon-conscious manufacturing - https://lnkd.in/eFRm_SUi This LHM 550 will primarily support dry bulk handling, complementing the Port of Tilbury’s existing fleet of two LHM 550 cranes and other recent additions across the Forth Ports Group. As a trusted partner, Liebherr is proud to support Forth Ports in achieving their ambitious sustainability goals. Learn more about their journey to net zero: https://lnkd.in/e-F3yNGk We can’t wait to see this crane in action, driving greener, more efficient operations at Tilbury. Andy Darlington David Housden Forth Ports Limited Port of Tilbury London Liebherr-Great Britain Liebherr Maritime Cranes
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Forth Ports Limited has been awarded the prestigious Silver accreditation from The 5% Club🏅 This recognition highlights our commitment to early career employees through apprenticeships, graduate opportunities, and student placements. Members of The 5% Club aim to have 5% of their workforce in "earn and learn" positions, such as apprenticeships, sponsored students, and graduates on formal training schemes, within five years of joining. With 69 graduates and apprentices already on board, we're excited to welcome 20 more in 2025! 🚀 Michelle Primrose Chartered MCIPD, Chief People Officer, says, “Being awarded Silver status is an important achievement for us as it demonstrates the significant investment and importance we place in our early career opportunities as well as the continuous learning and professional growth of all our people. As we get ready to launch our new early careers roles in 2025, we are looking forward to further increasing our talented workforce across our growing business.” Mark Cameron OBE, Chief Executive at The 5% Club, adds, “We are incredibly proud of the outstanding employers, like Forth Ports who have gone above and beyond to invest in the future of their workforce through a diverse range of ‘earn and learn’ initiatives. Their dedication, especially during these challenging times, deserves to be celebrated. By achieving Silver membership, Forth Ports has shown an exceptional commitment to shaping the skills of tomorrow, contributing not only to their business but to the wider economy.” Join us in celebrating this milestone as we continue to invest in the talent of tomorrow! 🌟 For more info, please visit our website https://lnkd.in/eKRxYNRD #ForthPorts #The5PercentClub #SilverAccreditation #EarlyCareers #InvestingInTalent #FutureSkills #skills #shapingthefuture
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It was a pleasure to welcome the executive team delegation from the Port of Aalborg, Denmark, to Forth Ports Limited today. We had the opportunity to share valuable insights on energy transition initiatives within the European port industry, all of us equally committed to achieving net zero. Michael Rosenkilde Lind Rob Mason Craig Torrance
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Congratulations to all involved with the exciting news today that The University of Edinburgh, University of Dundee, and the Forth and Tay Cluster (FTO) have received a £2.5 million funding boost from UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) to advance offshore wind technology. This partnership aims to drive innovation, job creation, and economic growth in Scotland's renewable energy sector, particularly along the East coast, aligning with the UK's net zero carbon emissions goal by 2045. #offshorewind #funding #renewables #growth #netzero
Fantastic news: Funding boost from UKRI for Scottish offshore wind sector A pioneering partnership between The University of Edinburgh, the University of Dundee and the Forth and Tay Offshore (FTO) cluster has been boosted by a £2.5 million innovation funding award from UK Research and Innovation (UKRI). The UK Government-backed body’s UKRI Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) has made the award through its Place Based Impact Acceleration Account (PBIAA) scheme. It will leverage the expertise of both universities and the FTO cluster to address critical challenges in offshore wind technology, fostering innovations that will drive sustainable energy solutions and further strengthen Scotland’s position as a global leader in offshore wind. Read our press release here: https://lnkd.in/edzZk4Za
News | Funding boost from UKRI for Scottish offshore wind sector
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*** ENGINEERING OPPORTUNITIES - PORT OF TILBURY *** We are excited to announce that we are recruiting for a number of new vacancies within our Grain & Bulks Engineering team at the Port of Tilbury. These are key roles within the team, each playing an essential part in the maintenance of one of our major Assets. We have a number of roles within the team, and would be keen to hear from Engineering professionals, ideally with industrial / plant experience and a strong understanding of electrical & mechanical systems. We are also looking for people who, like us, have a strong passion for working to the highest of health & safety standards at all times. If this sounds like something that you'd be interested in, you can scan the QR code below, or visit our careers page to apply (link in comments).
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** SHEQ Advisor - Tilbury ** We’re looking for a SHEQ Advisor to join our team at the Port of Tilbury! If you’re passionate about Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality and want to make an impact in a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation, this could be the perfect role for you. To learn more about this role & apply, please follow the link below! Steve Marchant Michelle Russell. Grad IOSH Reiss Dobson
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