The GB£200 million PIF was established to enhance port infrastructure across 40 UK ports, aiming to improve biosecurity and reduce criminal activity post-Brexit.
“This has been a transformative project, demonstrating our ability to deliver innovative port infrastructure solutions,” said Tim DeBarro, strategic director at Costain.
“Our deep understanding of the GB-EU border and focus on value-for-money have driven significant efficiencies, achieving substantial savings for the taxpayer.”
Trade facilitation
Costain and GHD were appointed to ensure the project aligned with the UK’s Border 2025 strategy, focusing on efficient trade facilitation and streamlined infrastructure spending.
The collaboration harnessed expertise in logistics, port operations and data analytics, integrating diverse data sources such as Mobile Network Data.
It has resulted in a streamlined process that delivered over GB£300 million in savings and reduced supply chain costs by GB£1 billion annually. Additionally, Costain and GHD developed a Borders Curriculum to enhance the Cabinet Office’s knowledge, boosting internal capabilities by 60%.
Matt East, sub-sector lead at GHD, added: “This project has not only fortified the Cabinet Office’s operations but also set new standards in border trade management. We are proud to contribute to strengthening the UK’s port infrastructure and look forward to applying these insights to future projects.”
The end result of the initiative is that the UK is better positioned to improve supply chain security and fortify its port infrastructure for future trade.
