CLdN has announced plans to develop a river berth for roll-on / roll-off cargo vessels at the port of Liverpool. The project is being planned in collaboration with Peel Ports Group and would represent a major, multi-million-pound investment for the Irish Sea market.
The investment would involve the construction of a lock-free berth on the river Mersey adjacent to CLdN’s existing facilities at Brocklebank / Langton Dock. It would enable the seamless berthing of the most efficient CLdN ships with an even higher cargo capacity than those serving the terminal today. It is currently anticipated that the formal application for consent would be submitted in the second half of 2026 and that construction could commence in early 2028.
CLdN recently completed a major investment programme at Brocklebank Dock, expanding cargo handling capacity and enabling the use of the terminal by larger, more environmentally friendly vessels on CLdN’s Liverpool-Dublin route. This service plays an essential role in transporting freight between Great Britain and the Republic of Ireland, with CLdN carrying more than 200.000 freight units on the route every year.
Commenting on the planned investment, Florent Maes, Chief Executive Officer of CLdN, said:
“This investment would bring significant additional benefits to customers on CLdN’s Liverpool-Dublin route. The position of the berth would provide increased operational flexibility and efficiency and would also enable a further reduction in the carbon footprint of each freight unit. The project underscores CLdN’s long term commitment to developing its port infrastructure and to providing essential freight services between Great Britain and Ireland. We look forward to working with our partners at Peel Ports Group to bring this project to fruition.”
Claudio Veritiero, Chief Executive Officer at Peel Ports Group said:
“As a leading port operator, our role is to facilitate projects that drive regional growth — strengthening the economy, expanding trade opportunities, and creating skilled jobs.
“CLdN’s significant investment represents a strong vote of confidence in the capability and the long-term sustainable growth of the Port of Liverpool. Together with CLdN, we are committed to delivering this transformative project, which will enhance supply chain efficiency, cut carbon emissions, and secure lasting benefits for the region and beyond.”
