Caribbean shipping line opens multiple routes at Port of Hull
A Caribbean shipping service has unlocked multiple routes to the Port of Hull, handling thousands of tonnes of breakbulk and project cargo per year.
Europe Caribbean Line (ECL), represented in the UK by Baltic and European Shipping, saw its first call at ABP’s Port of Hull this month, with over 300 tonnes of heavy vehicles and industrial components exported to Guyana, Suriname and Trinidad.
ECL has relocated to Hull after over 15 years of continuous service, to boost customer accessibility in the Humber, Midlands and Northern regions.
Richard Platts, group head of marine for Kestrel, said: “As both a national and international liner and port services agent, we believe this move ensures that ECL is better located to serve both existing and potential clients in these expanding Caribbean and South American economies.”
Baltic & European Shipping is the UK’s largest liner agency group and operates its National Marine and Port Services Centre from the nearby Waterside Business Park in Hessle.
Global Shipping has been contracted for the stevedoring of the King George Dock based operation.
Simon Bird, ABP Humber Director, added: “It’s also another example of where ABP’s unique network of 21 ports has been able to accommodate our customers’ changing requirements – in this case, moving from our operation in Ipswich, to our operations on the Humber.
“The Humber is ideally situated to support its customers and the vital economy of the North East and beyond. Continued growth of the port is not only a success for Hull, but for the wider UK economy as we expand our portfolio of trade links.”
