Immingham, United Kingdom
Immingham is the UK’s largest port by tonnage, serving as a vital gateway for international trade and energy.
Port Overview
Immingham is located on the south bank of the Humber Estuary in Lincolnshire, eastern England. It is the UK’s largest port by tonnage, handling around 46–54 million tonnes of cargo annually, and ranks among the top ports in Europe for bulk and energy shipments. Strategically, Immingham is vital for UK energy security and supply chains, serving as a key hub for oil, biomass, and renewable fuels. Its annual container throughput is approximately 300,000 TEU, supporting extensive trade links across Europe and beyond.
Facilities & Infrastructure
Immingham, United Kingdom’s largest port by tonnage, features key terminals including the Humber International Terminal for dry bulk, Immingham Bulk Terminal, Immingham Oil Terminal, Gas Jetty, and a modern Container Terminal. Facilities support Ro-Ro, Lo-Lo, bulk, and container cargoes. Equipment includes ship-to-shore cranes, mobile harbour cranes up to 124 tonnes, rubber-tyred gantry cranes, reach-stackers, and semi-automatic stacker reclaimers. Automated conveyor systems and extensive rail connections enhance cargo handling efficiency. AGVs are not currently standard at Immingham.
Container Terminals
Immingham’s container terminal has 2 main berths and a capacity of up to 300,000 TEU per year. The terminal features modern handling equipment but is not fully automated. Operations are managed by Associated British Ports (ABP), the major operator. The facility offers 24/7 shipside operations and supports both road and rail connections, serving as a key gateway for containerized cargo in the Humber region.
Port Services
- Container handling: Modern, efficient container terminal operating 24/7, handling both deep sea and short sea containers.
- Cargo operations: Wide range of cargoes including Ro-Ro, dry bulk, liquid bulk, project cargo, and general cargo.
- Ship services: Bunkering, ship agency, husbandry, and marine support available at all berths.
- Warehousing: Extensive bonded warehousing and open storage areas for various cargo types.
- Customs: Full customs clearance and documentation services for imports and exports.
Global Connectivity
Immingham is the UK’s largest port by tonnage, offering extensive connectivity to Northern Europe, Scandinavia, and the Baltic via frequent Ro-Ro and container services. It serves the UK’s industrial heartland with direct road links to the M180, M18, and M1, and is supported by over 240 weekly rail freight movements. Major shipping routes connect Immingham to key European markets, making it a critical gateway for UK, European, and global trade.
Port Statistics
Port of Immingham, United Kingdom – Key Statistics
- TEU Throughput: Approximately 700,000 TEUs annually
- World Ranking: Not in the global top 50 container ports; ranks as the UK’s largest port by tonnage
- Number of Berths: 16 main berths
- Area: 55.2 hectares
- Shipping Lines: Served by major regional and global shipping lines, with routes connecting Asia, Europe, and North America
