Forth Ports, owner of the Port of Tilbury, has announced plans to expand the Thames-based port with a new development, Tilbury3 (T3), on a 100-acre brownfield site next to Tilbury2 (T2).
An outline planning application has been submitted to Thurrock Council.
T3, part of the Thames Freeport, will benefit from tax incentives to attract investment, trade, and jobs.
The site—equivalent to 70 football pitches—will support activities including industrial storage, warehousing, processing, construction materials handling, container and vehicle storage.
Formerly part of the old Tilbury Power Station, the site borders T2 and will share its road, river, and rail access.
If the outline plan is approved, a detailed application will follow, outlining design, layout, and environmental considerations.
As with previous developments at T2 and the London Distribution Park, the port will implement a habitat creation strategy to support biodiversity and protect local species.
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Stuart Wallace, CEO of Forth Ports Group, said: “This is an exciting time for the Port of Tilbury as we submit our plans for Tilbury3, which form part of our growth investment strategy to expand our operations in support of our customers’ growth markets in renewable power, recycling and logistics.
“T3 will sustain existing roles and create many new jobs; contribute to the local economy; and future proof the Port of Tilbury in supporting the economies of Greater London and the South East.”
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Martin Whiteley, CEO of Thames Freeport, stated: “The Port of Tilbury is a central economic site in the Thames Freeport and its plans to expand Tilbury3 will boost growth and create new, good-value jobs for local people.
“The new development at Tilbury will further support the Thames Freeport ambition to attract international investment and enable regeneration of local communities.”
The development of T3 will be phased, with construction beginning in 2026 and full operation expected by 2030.
In January, the Port of Tilbury expanded its fleet with its third LHM 550 mobile harbour crane from Liebherr Great Britain.
