New facility is modelled on similar site at London Gateway
DP World has opened a state-of-the-art driver welfare facility at its Southampton container terminal and logistics hub.
The new 24,000 sq m facility is the centrepiece of a £20 million modernisation project and contributes to efforts by industry and government to deliver better working conditions for hauliers across the UK. The site is modelled on the Hireco Truck Park at DP World’s London Gateway Logistics Park.
Following two years’ construction, the new facility will be operated by Cartland Truck Stop and offers a restaurant, café, bathrooms, showers and more than 130 secure parking spaces, alongside service bays for vehicles. To support the transition to low-carbon logistics, the facility also includes two twin EV charging points capable of fully charging a modern electric HGV in 1.5-2 hours.
In addition to improving welfare standards, the site features a new pre-gate entry system that reduces waiting times and eases traffic flow around the terminal, helping to further reduce the impact of congestion on the local community, which were key factors in securing Southampton City Council’s approval.
Ernst Schulze, DP World Ports & Terminals lead for northern Europe, said: “I am delighted with the opening of this exceptional new facility that puts driver welfare at the heart of our Southampton operation. This £20mn investment is a clear statement of our commitment to drivers, who are a vital part of the UK supply chain.
“By providing modern, secure, and comfortable facilities alongside cutting-edge EV charging, we are working to future-proof UK logistics while ensuring the people who keep trade moving are well looked after.”
