About Us

Associated British Ports (ABP) is the UK’s leading and best-connected port owner and operator, with a network of 21 ports strategically positioned around Britain.

ABP | Keeping Britain Trading
ABP is the UK’s leading ports group.

ABP’s ports include Immingham, the UK’s largest port by tonnage, and Southampton, the nation’s second largest container port, and the UK’s number one port for cars and cruises.

Every year, we handle around 25% of all UK seaborne trade, that’s more than 85 million tonnes of cargo. Collectively our ports handle around 1.3 million containers, over a million vehicles and 2.6 million cruise and ferry passengers each year. We also own Britain’s busiest inland rail terminal.

We continuously invest in the infrastructure, equipment and skills we need to handle a vast array of cargo safely, efficiently and sustainably.

ABP is dedicated to supporting the communities which rely on our ports. We are dedicated to serving our customers. We are dedicated to fulfilling our mission: Keeping Britain Trading.

 

Early Careers

Make ABP your first port of call. As a future leader, you’ll have excellent people skills with the ability to lead and inspire people at all levels.

You’ll be based in our fast-paced hubs and surrounded by various industries, you’ll have the ability to learn quickly, adapt and grow, all while showing resilience and determination. Your ambition and and passion will drive your career in the port industry.

At ABP we’ll offer you a safe, inclusive working environment where you’ll thrive through continued support and development, while working on some of the most innovative and challenging projects the UK has to offer. 

Our Values

 
 

The facts

ABP is the UK’s leading and best-connected port owner and operator.
We own 200 bridges.
We own 40 lock gates.
We have over 50 miles of private rail network.
We handle around 25% of all UK seaborne trade.
We have a network of 21 ports across Britain.
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