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5 August 2025

New chairman for UK Warehousing Association announced

UKWA has also announced Ian Henderson, group head of property at Associated British Ports, as its new vice-chairman. Ian brings extensive experience in logistics property and planning.

Gary Whittle and Ian Henderson take top roles at UKWA

23 July 2025

Port workers raise more than £4,500 for charity in triathlon

The port is part of Associated British Ports (ABP), the UK’s leading ports group, which operates a network of 21 ports and handles around one quarter of the UK’s seaborne trade.

Port workers raise £4,500 for air ambulance with triathlon effort

10 August 2025

Everything we know after armed police descend on port after bomb threat

A spokesperson for Associated British Ports, the operators of Southampton port, added: "We are aware of a security incident that occurred at the port. "Police attended the scene and have since stood down.

Bomb threat arrest after armed police swoop with cruise and terminalevacuated

7 August 2025

Cruise ship cancels planned trips due to Storm Floris

Regal Princess left Southampton on Friday, August 1, headed for a 12-day roundtrip of the British Isles, calling at ports in Scotland, Ireland, Northern Ireland and France. ...

19 July 2025

Huge cruise ship comes to Southampton for first visit to the UK

READ MORE: Met Office: Yellow weather warning for parts of Hampshire Alastair Welch, regional director at Associated British Ports, said: "It was a pleasure to visit Majestic Princess today during her inaugural visit to Southampton.

Majestic Princess leaving Southampton on Friday

5 July 2025

Port seeks licence renewal for vital maintenance dredging

Associated British Ports (ABP) Southampton is seeking a licence renewal for crucial maintenance dredging operations.

The Port of Southampton, which will be a key part of the freeport area.

30 July 2025

Man awarded for raising £20k on 70-day sailing trip

He made numerous stops at ports and historic sites and was joined by hundreds of church and community group members on the land part of the pilgrimage.

Russ with ceremony host Matt Allwright and BCA Patrons Dame Mary Perkins, Founder of Specsavers

6 August 2025

Cruise liner based in Southampton sold to India cruise company

Both ships will offer itineraries departing from ports in India, such as Goa and Mumbai. Norwegian Sky can carry around 2,400 passengers and almost 900 crew. ...

21 May 2025

Port director appointed to maritime organisation's board

This comes as Alastair Welch, regional director at Associated British Ports (ABP), steps down after serving on the board since Maritime UK Solent's inception.

Mike Sellers, Portsmouth International Port Director, has been appointed to the Maritime UK Solent board.

16 January 2025

ABP says it 'doesn't recognise' Cllr Harrison's portrayal of the company

Associated British Ports (ABP) responded to Cllr Harrison, saying it "doesn't recognise" his characterisation of the company's approach.

Dibden Bay, with Marchwood Industrial Park in the foreground

1 January 2025

Southampton food charity 'overwhelmed' by £5,000 donation

The Big Difference, which redistributes food to more than 100 charities, community groups, and schools, was given the money by Associated British Ports (ABP) in Southampton.

Volunteer Steve, Dr Sanjay Mall, CEO of Big Difference, Aaron Dolman, Logistics Manager, Big Difference, Kelly Chahal, Finance Director, Big Difference, Ashley James, Chair of Big Difference and Nicola Denbigh from ABP

29 May 2025

Maritime sector 'makes waves' with awards success

The finalists from the region include Carisbrooke Shipping Ltd, Associated British Ports, Carnival UK, Sunseeker International Ltd, Griffon Marine Ltd, Robosys Automation, Chartwell Marine Ltd, Anchoright, and XB44.

The Solent's maritime sector is making waves nationally as businesses have been nominated in seven of the 11 categories in a national competition.

12 April 2025

Container ship leaves Southampton after being beached in River Test

A spokesperson for Associated British Ports (ABP) said: “The incident was rectified quickly. “ABP will play its role in any subsequent review of the incident." The matter has been referred to the Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB).

11 April 2025

Container ship narrowly avoids crash with wall while heading into Southampton

Associated British Ports (ABP) told the BBC: "The incident was rectified quickly, and the vessel returned to its berth. "No injuries have been reported. ABP will play its role in any subsequent review of the incident."...

CMA CGM Pellas, currently docked in Southampton Container Port.

12 March 2025

Bid to 'save the Whale' by restoring bridge built for D-Day

Now, Associated British Ports (ABP) has applied for planning permission to transport the rotting relic to Marchwood Port, carry out restoration work, and put it on show to the public.

ABP has submitted plans to move the Whale from Town Quay to Marchwood Port and put it on show to the public

24 February 2025

Southampton cruise volunteers in running for national award

Southampton, the city’s Business Improvement District (BID) and in partnership with Associated British Ports (ABP) Southampton to enhance the cruise passenger welcome into the city.

Southampton Saints are among the finalists for the Visit England award

31 July 2025

Striking New Forest home, in three acres with home cinema, for sale for £2.395m

For travel beyond, Southampton and Poole Channel ports, Southampton International Airport, and mainline railway stations at Beaulieu Road, Brockenhurst, and Southampton offer regular services to London Waterloo. (Image: Savills)...

12 August 2025

Young transplant patients win 40 medals at British Transplant Games

A total of 15 young transplant patients from Southampton Children's Hospital have won 40 medals at the British Transplant Games. Held in Oxford, the 2025 Games saw nearly 1,000 transplant recipients compete in 26 events.

Team Southampton - British Transplant Games 2025

16 January 2025

ABP accused of 'operating by stealth' in bid to transform huge site

Hampshire county councillor David Harrison has accused Associated British Ports (ABP) of "operating by stealth" in a bid to achieve its ambition of developing Dibden Bay.

A new warning has been issued over the future of a 500-acre site beside Hythe Marina Village

5 February 2025

Can we get a rail tunnel under the Solent to carry passengers and freight?

A tunnel would not require payment of The Associated British Ports levy and mooring cost. It could also provide a pipeline bringing water from a mainland reservoir. With the new joint area authority this could be easier to achieve.

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New chairman for UK Warehousing Association announced

Port workers raise more than £4,500 for charity in triathlon

Everything we know after armed police descend on port after bomb threat

Cruise ship cancels planned trips due to Storm Floris

Huge cruise ship comes to Southampton for first visit to the UK

Port seeks licence renewal for vital maintenance dredging

Man awarded for raising £20k on 70-day sailing trip

Cruise liner based in Southampton sold to India cruise company

Port director appointed to maritime organisation's board

ABP says it 'doesn't recognise' Cllr Harrison's portrayal of the company

Southampton food charity 'overwhelmed' by £5,000 donation

Maritime sector 'makes waves' with awards success

Container ship leaves Southampton after being beached in River Test

Container ship narrowly avoids crash with wall while heading into Southampton

Bid to 'save the Whale' by restoring bridge built for D-Day

Southampton cruise volunteers in running for national award

Striking New Forest home, in three acres with home cinema, for sale for £2.395m

Young transplant patients win 40 medals at British Transplant Games

ABP accused of 'operating by stealth' in bid to transform huge site

Can we get a rail tunnel under the Solent to carry passengers and freight?