Port owner Associated British Ports signed a long-term deal with car manufacturer Volkswagen in November that has enabled it to invest in expansion of facilities.
Specialist car-carrying ships currently berth in Grimsby’s Alexandra Dock, which is accessed through the port’s original Royal Lock, built in 1852. The lock entrance limits ship size to a maximum of 800 cars. The new Grimsby River Terminal will offer lock-free access for two vessels carrying up to 3,000 vehicles, significantly increasing the port’s capacity.
The scope of Graham's work includes two jetties, a floating pontoon and a bridge.
First ships are expected to berth at the new facility in autumn 2013.
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