PD Ports has been involved in a significant logistics programme supporting the rollout of new solar energy projects across the North of England, helping move key components needed to expand the region’s renewable energy capacity.
The operation was delivered in collaboration with freight forwarders Fracht and Cargocare Global and involved the coordination of complex international supply chains from port arrival through to final delivery at the site. More than 220 containers of solar panels and over 300 containers of lithium cubes were handled as part of the project, with the equipment destined for large-scale solar farms designed to feed renewable power into the national grid and improve energy storage capability.
“This project demonstrates how our expertise and infrastructure can support the UK’s clean energy transition. By bringing together services from across our business and working hand in hand with our freight forwarding partners, we are enabling projects that will play a vital role in building the country’s renewable energy capacity.”
– Mark Mulholland, Commercial Director of Warehousing at PD Ports.
The components arrived through PD Ports’ Teesport container terminal, one of the UK’s key gateways for global trade. From there, specialist teams oversaw unloading, storage and onwards transport, providing a single point of coordination for customers managing time-critical and high-volume consignments. The materials are now being used on solar developments across the Northeast, including schemes located on previously unused or agricultural land.
From the perspective of delivery partners, the project highlighted the value of close operational alignment across the supply chain.
“Working alongside PD Ports on this project has been a great example of what can be achieved through true collaboration. At Fracht, our priority is always to understand our customers’ needs and deliver a smooth, reliable end-to-end journey, no matter how complex the supply chain. Partnering with PD Ports allowed us to bring together our expertise and ensure these critical components reached the site safely and efficiently. We’re proud to play our part in bringing clean energy projects to life across the UK.”
– Tom Page, Project Manager at Fracht UK.
The logistics programme required careful sequencing from vessel discharge through to final road movements, with PD Ports teams managing cargo transfers from ship to storage and directly onto vehicles for onwards delivery, ensuring continuity throughout each stage of the journey.
“Great work by the team at PD Ports on the successful delivery of solar panels to the farm – a real testament to the value of having one simple point of contact to manage a complex supply chain. At Cargocare Global, we’re proud to play our part in strengthening the UK’s green energy infrastructure, and it’s always a pleasure to partner with such a reliable and experienced team in delivering critical components for clean energy projects.”
– Chris Simcock, General Manager at Cargocare Global.
The scale of the operation reflects the growing demand for robust logistics infrastructure as the UK accelerates investment in renewable energy. As one of the largest landowners in the Teesside region, PD Ports plays an increasingly prominent role in enabling industrial and energy projects that rely on integrated port-centric supply chains.
“Delivering clean energy supply chains is a national priority. Projects like this show what is possible when industry works together, combining the strengths of logistics partners, freight forwarders, and infrastructure providers. Teesside is at the forefront of the clean energy revolution, and PD Ports is proud to be at its heart.”
– Frans Caljé, Chief Executive Officer at PD Ports.
“As one of Teesside’s largest landowners and a key national gateway for trade, PD Ports is uniquely positioned to help accelerate the clean energy revolution. By combining scale with innovation and collaboration, we are not only delivering for our customer but also helping to secure a more sustainable future for generations to come.”
– – Mark Mulholland, Commercial Director of Warehousing at PD Ports.
Through projects such as this, PD Ports continues to support the movement of critical renewable energy assets from port to site, reducing complexity for customers while underpinning the UK’s transition toward a cleaner and more sustainable energy system.
If you’d like to meet organisations involved in delivering large-scale logistics and infrastructure projects, including those supporting the renewable energy sector, contact us today about our MTB Ports & Terminals event.
