Portsmouth’s port sets course for shore power
Portsmouth City Council’s cabinet has approved a strategy for shore power provision at Portsmouth International Port, which will allow visiting ships to switch their engines off whilst alongside. The port has bold plans to tackle emissions and carbon, which will ultimately help them to become one of the UK’s first zero emission ports. The […]
Port sparks interest from EV owners with new InstaVolt charging points
The electric vehicle charge point network, InstaVolt, have installed two charging points at Portsmouth International Port. It’s part of the port’s commitment to become the first net carbon neutral UK port by 2030, and the first zero emission port by 2050. Improving air quality and reducing carbon emissions are two of the most pressing issues […]
Virgin Voyages’s dramatic arrival as Scarlet Lady prepares for first-time passengers
Portsmouth welcomed the newest brand on the cruise block, Virgin Voyages, as Scarlet Lady became the largest commercial ship to sail into the harbour on Monday 21 June. At 277m Scarlet Lady is the largest vessel ever handled by the port and marks the start of regular appearances from the ship as she prepares for […]
Groundbreaking research shows geospatial data can help to solve port transport challenges
The SpacePort feasibility project, which involved Portsmouth International Port and Portico, has concluded that using a geospatial data platform can streamline port operations and improve efficiency whilst addressing decarbonisation and emissions reduction challenges. UK ports face major challenges to reduce carbon emissions and reach net zero objectives. A key aspect of meeting these targets is […]
Regional ports are helping navigate the route to national growth
Throughout the pandemic, regional ports such as Portico in Portsmouth have provided capacity and expertise to keep goods moving. As the UK now looks to the future, regional ports also have a key role to play in the economic recovery. The past year has been tumultuous for everyone, with the world having to adapt rapidly […]
Viking Venus makes global debut in Portsmouth
On Monday, 10 May, Portsmouth was the location for the maiden arrival of Viking Venus, the latest addition in the fleet for luxury cruise line Viking. This brand new ocean liner is in the UK, where she will be officially named on 17 May by her ceremonial godmother, journalist and broadcaster Anne Diamond. The ship […]