Rising star of portcentric logistics

As the distribution to an end recipient straight from the port, cutting out the hauling of containers by freight inland to a regional distribution centre, the portcentric concept is not strictly new, but with its green credentials it is fast becoming the new supply chain buzzword.

Doug Morrison, ABP port director, Southampton, said: “For increased sustainability, we believe in moving goods by feeder ships into different ports and utilising better rail facilities, as well as by giving more space to companies that offer portcentric solutions.”