The Port of Tyne is a principal northern gateway and key player in the North East region; a dynamic trading hub with five business areas; conventional and bulk cargoes, logistics, car terminals, cruise and ferries and estates.
It is a deep river port with round-the-clock access based in Tyne Dock South Shields, with an International Passenger Terminal based in North Shields. Operating a rail terminal linking directly to the UK’s high speed east coast main line, the Port’s location also offers easy access to the UK national motorway network.
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Conventional & Bulk cargo
Internationally renowned as handlers of energy products, the Port of Tyne also handles grain; scrap; forest products and other cargoes.
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Car Terminals
High security reception and storage and a rail distribution terminal; award winning Port of Tyne is recognised as a major European Vehicle handler.
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Cruises & Ferries
Port of Tyne International Passenger Terminal has excellent links to and from Newcastle International Airport and Newcastle Central Station.
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Logistics
The Port of Tyne is a successful “one stop shop” logistics operation comprising containers, warehousing and distribution.
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Estates
Port of Tyne is a major landowner with an impressive land and commercial property portfolio of over 600 acres.
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Marine & Environmental Services
The Port of Tyne is involved in a wide range of marine operations, from pilotage to waste disposal, through the Tyne VTS.
Latest News & Updates
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24 Jan 2012Latest updates
Shipments of wood pellets are due to commence discharging on the following dates: 2 February and 6 February. These dates are subject to variation according to operational requirements.
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26 Jan 2012Port of Tyne employees flying a new flag
Employees of the Port of Tyne are celebrating after successfully achieving the international standard of Investors in People.
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23 Dec 2011New work boat comes sailing in to the Port of Tyne
The Port of Tyne has invested £1.1million in a new addition to its fleet - a 16 metre work boat to be named in honour of the late Sir Bobby Robson.
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23 Dec 2011Ships' crews phone home thanks to the Port of Tyne
The Port of Tyne is making Christmas special for visiting ships' crews by giving them the chance to speak to their loved ones all over the world on Christmas Day.
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13 Dec 2011Christmas is coming at the Port of Tyne
Christmas is just around the corner and the Port of Tyne is getting ready for the Christmas rush - with more and more goods being imported into the Port, its warehouses are starting to resemble Santa's grotto!
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