On 20th March Peel Ports announced that it has acquired the HES Bulk Terminal on the Humber. Peel Ports bought the business from specialist bulk terminals operator HES International (headquartered in Rotterdam), to expand its presence to the UK’s east coast.

It now operates across eight locations in the UK and Ireland: Liverpool, Heysham, Manchester Ship Canal, London Medway, Clydeport, Great Yarmouth and a container terminal in Dublin complete its portfolio.

The new bulk terminal, on the South Bank of the Humber Estuary, will be operated by Peel Ports Logistics, a division of Peel Ports Group specialised in one-stop-shop logistics solutions. The acquisition is Peel Ports Logistics’ third UK site and its first on the east coast. The division is led by Managing Director Sebastian Gardiner.

The terminal has an open storage capacity of 6,200m2 and a covered storage facility of 275,000 m3. With an automated conveyor-fed import and export system, the terminal delivers safe and efficient handling and storage of a variety of dry bulk products, including agricultural. Bulk customers will be able to benefit from the expertise, experience and streamlined operations with the expansion of Peel Ports Logistics’ one-stop-shop solutions to the region.

The HES Humber Bulk Terminal currently employs 29 people, all of whom will be retained as part of the acquisition.

Claudio Veritiero, CEO of Peel Ports Group, said: “The acquisition of HES Humber Bulk Terminal is an important investment for Peel Ports Group, expanding our presence into the East of England and bringing Peel Ports Logistics’ one-stop-shop service to the east coast.

“The modern facilities at HES Humber Bulk Terminal guarantee fast and efficient loading and unloading of vessels and trucks, while the excellent water and road connections enable quick and smooth operations. This, combined with trans-shipment and extensive storage capabilities, will make the site a key addition to Peel Ports Logistics, helping us to deliver efficient and cost-effective port services for our customers.”

For further information please visit Peel Ports.