A unique Development Plan which will provide the investment into making a major south coast port a centre for low carbon energy and sustainability has been agreed between Mitie and Shoreham Port Authority. The development of renewable and energy efficient assets, which will benefit the local economy, will be a priority for the ten-year partnership.

Mitie, the strategic outsourcing and energy services company, will consider a wide range of renewable and low carbon energy strategies for the 52 hectares of land owned by Shoreham Port. However, an evaluation of the possibilities for wind and solar power is already underway, as the port’s location near Brighton particularly lends itself to these technologies. The local community will benefit from the creation of jobs to support the new energy infrastructure as well as through access to more affordable, clean energy that they will provide.

Mike Tivey, Managing Director of Mitie’s Asset Management, said: “This is a really progressive and engaging development which will stimulate investment into Shoreham Port. Community and economic benefits will be at the heart of our considerations when coming up with a low carbon and sustainable energy future for Shoreham Port.”

Mitie’s strategy will be grounded in the recently completed port masterplan, which highlights the significant opportunities at Shoreham for meeting its own energy needs and those of the local community. The plan is to continue to develop a modern viable port, expanding into new trades especially related to renewable energy.

Peter Davies, Development Director at Shoreham Port, said: “We are very excited at the prospect of seeing the port becoming a major site for renewable energy. This fits perfectly with our plans for growing the port at the same time as reducing our carbon footprint.”

Shoreham Port is a Trust Port governed by its own unique legislation. The Port Masterplan sets out a practical and realistic forward strategy and proposals for growth of up to 25% over the next 15 years.

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For further information, contact:

Bell Pottinger Chris Watts
D: 020 7861 2859
E: cwatts@bell-pottinger.co.uk