Europoort–Tilbury Route Enhancements

Building on the March 2025 upgrade that boosted capacity by up to 60%, P&O Ferries is now further optimising the service to boost capacity and meet growing demand:

• Increased capacity: with two dedicated vessels — NORSKY and NORSTREAM — now in operation, extended port time allows for up to 20 additional freight units per departure, significantly increasing throughput.

• Optimised sailing schedule:  the deployment of two fully dedicated vessels enables a more robust and reliable service, with faster turnaround times and consistent evening departures from both terminals.
• Earlier Terminal Access: to better support early deliveries and collections, the Europoort Terminal now opens at 07:00 local time, giving freight operators greater flexibility.

Zeebrugge–Tilbury Route Expansion

In response to growing demand, P&O Ferries is increasing weekly sailings on the Zeebrugge–Tilbury route from 18 to 20, offering:

• Greater frequency & flexibility: more sailings mean more options for freight customers, improving planning and responsiveness.
• Scalable capacity: this expansion lays the groundwork for further increases in line with customer growth and market demand.

Chief Growth Officer for P&O Ferries, Andrias Justinussen, commented: “This expansion marks another decisive step in our growth journey. Strong customer demand has clearly shown the need for this service. It won’t be our last move in the North Sea — we’ll keep investing in smarter, scalable freight solutions that anticipate our customers’ evolving needs. By boosting capacity, optimising schedules, and improving terminal access, we’re not just moving goods — we’re helping European businesses grow and compete.”

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