Multi-million pound investment plan paves way for improvements at Dover port
A major capital investment plan totalling £85 million at the Port of Dover has been approved paving the way for an upgrade of the docks by 2015.
The investment includes capacity improvements and pier extensions to cater for the new super-ferries; major improvements to the existing berths and the complete replacement of berth six; and major resurfacing works.
Head of commercial and marketing Kate O Hara said: "Despite the tough economic climate, the port has seen growth in the tourist sector and the business is buoyant and optimistic.
"This has been confirmed by the introduction of new and bigger vessels, including the largest ferry ever to sail from Dover, P&O’s Spirit of Britain.
"The port has supported its customers’ optimism through its major investment programme and will continue to do so in the coming years."
Source: Kentnews.co.uk
