Forth Ports Limited

Forth Ports Limited We are a people business. Dynamic port operator managing 8 ports around the UK.

Tilbury - Leith - Grangemouth - Dundee - Rosyth - Burntisland - Methil - Kirkcaldy

Our ports are marking Merchant Navy day today which commemorates and celebrates merchant seafarers past and present. On ...
03/09/2026

Our ports are marking Merchant Navy day today which commemorates and celebrates merchant seafarers past and present. 

On this day, the Merchant Navy Medal for Meritorious Service is awarded to seafarers who have set an outstanding example to others by their devotion to duty or exemplary service. 

We are proud to say that our Group Chief Harbour Master and Group Head of Marine, Captain Alan McPherson is a recipient of the medal this year for services to safety and standards. Congratulations to Alan.

The Seafarers' Charity

The impressive ship built in 1934 is quite a sight to see on the Tay. We wish success to all the trainees onboard in the...
03/09/2026

The impressive ship built in 1934 is quite a sight to see on the Tay. We wish success to all the trainees onboard in their future marine careers and hope to see the Georg Stage return to Dundee again in the future.

Thanks to Ian Ashton for sharing these images.

The inaugural Big Forth Cleanup with our partners Balanced Horizon at the weekend was a huge success. Forth Ports people...
03/09/2026

The inaugural Big Forth Cleanup with our partners Balanced Horizon at the weekend was a huge success. Forth Ports people from across our ports were out in force and joined by community groups and local stakeholders. The enthusiasm shown by everyone taking part created a very positive atmosphere and enjoyable experience for all.

Armed with litter pickers, gloves and bin bags, around a hundred Forth Ports volunteers gave up their time to take part in a number of beach cleans including Leven, Methil, Portobello, Port of Leith, Bo’ness, Kirkcaldy and Crail.

In Grangemouth, volunteers joined in with the G-Litter community group. Also taking part down in the Thames, the team at the Port of Tilbury organised their own cleanup of the foreshore and pathways beside the International Cruise Terminal.

From these cleans alone, around three-quarters of a tonne of waste has been removed from our coastal environments.

Commenting on the weekend our Head of Sustainability Katy Reid said “The aim of the Big Forth Cleanup was simple: to bring people together to care for the places we all value, remove waste from our coastline and waterways, protect wildlife, and inspire long-term community action across the Forth.”

There are too many people to thank individually so please accept a sincere THANK YOU from everyone at Forth Ports for taking part and supporting the Big Forth clean up.

Watch this space as we are already planning the next one….!

We’re pleased to be working in partnership with  again to present the Port of Rosyth Bus Tours as part of this year’s fe...
18/08/2026

We’re pleased to be working in partnership with again to present the Port of Rosyth Bus Tours as part of this year’s festival, taking place on Sunday, 6th September.

The first tour will depart from Pittencrieff Park at 12pm, taking passengers on a scenic journey through Dunfermline city centre to the Port of Rosyth, where guests will enjoy a rare opportunity to take part in a guided tour of the working port.
🚌 Tickets are required and must be booked in advance, follow this link to secure your tickets: https://bit.ly/4iggC5i

All proceeds from ticket sales will be reinvested into the Outwith Festival, directly supporting a range of local community arts and music activities across Dunfermline and the surrounding area.

Forth Ports team up with environmental charity Balanced Horizon to deliver largest ever clean of the Firth of Forth 28-3...
13/08/2026

Forth Ports team up with environmental charity Balanced Horizon to deliver largest ever clean of the Firth of Forth 28-30 August. 🌊

The Big Forth Cleanup will be a large-scale, community driven weekend of beach cleaning and juvenile lobster releases organised by Balanced Horizon in collaboration with Forth Ports. The goal of the event is to clean as much of the coastline of the Firth of Forth over the course of the 28-30th August 2026, and is open to everybody of all ages. 🙌

Katy Reid, Group Head of Sustainability at Forth Ports said: “It’s great to be partnering with Balanced Horizon for our first Big Forth Cleanup, which will be a landmark event all around the Firth of Forth with coastal clean up and juvenile lobster release events taking place from 28 – 30 August. This coastline is central to Forth Ports’

Scottish operations and plays a vital role in supporting the economy, local communities and the rich diversity of wildlife found both on land and at sea. Bringing people together to take action at scale will make a meaningful difference in caring for and preserving the coastline and local environment. We are very pleased that so many individuals, organisations and local beach clean community groups have signed up to join the event and we invite everyone to get involved and be part of something that can have a lasting impact on the Forth.”

Learn more about the Big Forth Clean Up here: https://bit.ly/4qhtuKr

Forth Ports is proud to be sponsoring and participating in the 2026 St Columba’s Dragon Boat Race, in support of the inc...
12/08/2026

Forth Ports is proud to be sponsoring and participating in the 2026 St Columba’s Dragon Boat Race, in support of the incredible work of St Columba's Hospice Care

Join us at Port Edgar Marina, South Queensferry on race day, Saturday 5th September, for an exciting day on the water!
Come along to cheer on the Forth Ports team and show your support.

To donate to the fundraising initiative, please follow this link : https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/outwtih-fest-forth-ports-vintage-bus-tour-tickets-1992823692309?aff=oddtdtcreator

Every contribution makes a difference. 💙

The Port of Tilbury is proud to be part of the Orsett Show again this year! A much-loved traditional country event celeb...
11/08/2026

The Port of Tilbury is proud to be part of the Orsett Show again this year! A much-loved traditional country event celebrating our local heritage and community.

We’ll be there on Saturday 5th September, and we’d love to see you! Come along, say hello to the team.

We’re looking forward to a fantastic day and seeing the local community come together at this year’s show!

📍 The Orsett Showground
📅 Saturday 5th September

From Marine Operative to Chief Operating Officer: There Really Is No Wrong Path.  Exam results day can bring excitement,...
05/08/2026

From Marine Operative to Chief Operating Officer: There Really Is No Wrong Path.

Exam results day can bring excitement, uncertainty and lots of questions about what comes next. That's why Forth Ports is supporting this week (3-7 August 2026). Led by Developing the Young Workforce (DYW), the campaign shines a spotlight on real career journeys, showing young people that success comes in many forms and that there are countless ways to build a rewarding future.

Paul Dale, Chief Operating Officer said:

“I’m proud that Forth Ports is taking part in 2026 to help inspire young people as they consider what comes next.

When I left school at 16, I didn't have a clear career plan mapped out. Like many people, I wasn't entirely sure where my future would take me, and I certainly didn't imagine that one day I would become Chief Operating Officer of one of the UK's leading port businesses.

I joined Forth Ports as a Marine Operative and learned quickly that careers are rarely a straight line. Over the last 20+ years, I've had the opportunity to work across different parts of the business, taking on new challenges, developing new skills and building experience in both operational and support function roles. Every step taught me something valuable and helped prepare me for the next opportunity.

Alongside my role at Forth Ports, I'm also Chair of Tilbury on the Thames Trust and a Trustee of Thurrock’s new OnSide Youth Zone Thames Gateway, a state-of-the-art youth centre due to open in Tilbury in 2027. Through that work, I see first-hand the importance of helping young people realise that success looks different for everyone and that there are many routes to achieving your goals.

Whether your results are exactly what you hoped for, better than expected, or not quite what you were aiming for, they do not define your future. Stay curious, be open to opportunities, and don't be afraid to take a path that looks different from the one you originally planned. Sometimes the opportunities you least expect can lead to the most rewarding careers.”

We’re one of the UK’s leading port operators, employing more than 1,300 people across Scotland and the Port of Tilbury in London. Every day our teams play a vital role in keeping trade moving, supporting customers, and driving economic growth in the communities we serve. From Port Operations, Engineering and Marine Operations to Business Support Functions, you can find details of all our live vacancies here: https://bit.ly/3RALpz4

This week (3 – 7 August 2026), Forth Ports will be supporting   to inspire and reassure young people as they receive the...
04/08/2026

This week (3 – 7 August 2026), Forth Ports will be supporting to inspire and reassure young people as they receive their exam results.

Led by Developing the Young Workforce (DYW), this national campaign encourages people to share their career journeys, helping young people understand that there’s no single route to success.

Kirsty Summers, Emerging Talent & Development Advisor said:

“No Wrong Path is a great opportunity to celebrate the many different routes people take into and throughout their careers and professional development journeys.

In my role as Emerging Talent & Development Advisor, I'm proud to support initiatives that help people, both within Forth Ports and across our surrounding communities, build skills for the future, gain valuable experiences and reach their potential, regardless of where they start.

Through our investment in learning and development, the creation and support of emerging talent programmes, our commitment to the 5% Club, and ongoing engagement with schools, colleges and industry partners, Forth Ports is committed to creating opportunities that help people learn, grow and build rewarding careers.

I'm proud to be part of a business that invests in future talent, supports lifelong learning and helps people develop the skills and confidence they need to succeed.”

⚓🚢 We’re Hiring – New Opportunities at London Container Terminal, Port of Tilbury 🚢⚓ Due to continued growth, we're recr...
22/07/2026

⚓🚢 We’re Hiring – New Opportunities at London Container Terminal, Port of Tilbury 🚢⚓

Due to continued growth, we're recruiting multiple Container Terminal Operatives (CTOs) to join our team at the Port of Tilbury.

If you have experience working in a port, logistics or similar operational environment, operating plant machinery, are comfortable working at height and always put safety first, we'd love to hear from you.

We're also keen to hear from motivated individuals who are looking to start a career in the port industry. If you have the right attitude and a willingness to learn, full training and development opportunities are available.

As our operation runs 24/7, you'll need to be flexible and able to work a range of shift patterns to support business needs. In return, you'll receive a competitive salary, overtime opportunities and excellent benefits, within a stable and supportive industry.

Multiple start dates are available throughout August and September. 📅

📲 Scan the QR code below to apply, or find out more about the role via the link in the comments. 👇

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