The Western Quays project, which was officially opened by Gunilla Lerenius, wife of ABP group chief executive Bo Lereniu,s represents a huge improvement to cargo handling facilities.
The engineering work included straightening the quay wall and deepening the berths, and the work will allow room for more frequent arrivals of the larger ships that now use the port, and will also lead to faster turnaround times for vessels.
“Short-sea shipping – the transit of freight around the coast instead of via road or rail – requires medium-sized ports like Teignmouth to run smoothly and to be well equipped,” said Matt Jukes, port director, short-sea ports.
“As short-sea shipping takes lorries off the road, it is efficient, environmentally-sound and rapidly growing in popularity. At this crucial time, the Western Quays development gives Teignmouth a substantial boost,” he added.
