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Newhaven Port Masterplan Press Release 27th January 2012 Print
Thursday, 02 February 2012 09:52

Newhaven Port Publishes Vision for the Future

 

Newhaven Port and Properties (NPP) has this week published its Port Masterplan, setting out the Port’s framework for development over the next twenty to thirty years.

 

The Newhaven Port Masterplan, which can be downloaded from the port’s website, focuses on supporting urban regeneration and long term job creation in order for both the town and the port to have a sustainable future. It details existing port assets and capabilities and the opportunities to deliver lasting economic growth.

 

Newhaven Port and its facilities already supports the employment of more than 500 people – the equivalent of 10% of the local working population. NPP believes that by implementing the five key strategic objectives that are set out in the Masterplan there is the potential to attract up to 750 new jobs to the area over the next 5 to 10 years.

 

The five key strategic objectives of the Newhaven Port Masterplan are to:

 

  • Maintain the Newhaven-Dieppe ferry route and increase utilisation whilst improving the customer experience through a sensitive re-development of the Railway Quay area, making it an extension of, and complementary to, Newhaven town centre; 
  • Invest in infrastructure to establish a clean technology and renewable energy business cluster, building on the success of existing local businesses and the current opportunities in off shore wind;
  • Increase the volume of international trade through the port with a focus on future growth areas such as renewable energy supplies;
  • Invest in infrastructure for the continued development of the fishing and leisure marine sectors; and
  • Enhance the natural marine environment by establishing a public access conservation area on port land.

 

In support of the five objectives, the Port Masterplan sets out NPP’s proposals for the sub-areas of the Port. These proposals include for the East Quay to become a centre for trade and offshore wind; the Railway Quay to provide tourism, leisure and retail facilities; the North Quay to be used for cargo and waste recycling; the West Quay to centre on fishing and marine leisure; and for the Tide Mills to include an ecological conservation centre.

 

Detailed proposals for the regeneration of the Railway Quay area have already been brought forwards and a planning application submitted by Arrowcroft and a subsidiary of the Royal Bank of Scotland.

 

NPP sees the proposals in the Port Masterplan as bringing significant benefits to the town, its residents and businesses, and the local environment.  It has already invested heavily in the port and is now in the midst of a further £3m programme of improvements, including around £0.4m for new marine leisure boating facilities; around £1.3m for the fishing industry; and around £1m for the maintenance and improvement of waterways.

 

Patrick Jeanne, NPP Chairman, says “Newhaven Port is the heart and soul of Newhaven. We are very aware that regeneration of Newhaven must start with, and be led by, regeneration of the Port. Our focus is therefore on building on economic activity in Newhaven, supporting new industries such as offshore wind, and creating jobs to reinvigorate the town with the Port at its centre. We are very proud of the Masterplan and the vision it sets out, which will help to secure a prosperous future for Newhaven.”

 

NPP is working closely with East Sussex County Council, Lewes District Council, Newhaven Town Council, and Norman Baker, MP to bring forwards a broader regeneration plan for Newhaven, which has the regeneration of the port and the riverside at its centre. At a meeting in December convened by Norman Baker, the three Councils and NPP adopted the 5 key strategic priorities set out in the Port Masterplan and agreed to work together to implement them.

 

The masterplanning process began in 2009, when a team of consultants was appointed by NPP. Following an extensive series of surveys, assessments and stakeholder engagement sessions, the final PMP was launched this week. NPP is currently in the process of planning a programme that will inform and engage the town in delivery of the PMP and its objectives. Details of this programme will be released soon.

The Port Masterplan can be viewed via: http://www.newhavenportauthority.co.uk/port-masterplan.html

The proposals for Railway Quay can be viewed via: http://railwayquarternewhaven.co.uk

 

For further information, please contact:

 

Jessica Topham at Brandcast Media

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Alan Banks at TB Partners

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Port Masterplan Print
Tuesday, 24 January 2012 15:59
Newhaven Port & Properties Ltd have today released the final version of their Port - Masterplan which can be found on the Port Masterplan page of this website.
Due to the size of the document (16MB), it has been split into two parts for downloading purposes.
The document is the culmination of several years of hard work and consultation with stakeholders. It is a document that NPP are proud of and hope that the aims and objectives contained within are seen as both strategic and achievable for the benefit of the Port, Town, District and County. 

NPP would like to thank the parts played during the formulation of the Masterplan by our Stakeholders and our consultants, namely Royal Haskoning, DMH Stallard, Grant -Thornton, TB Partners and Brandcast Media.

 
Death of Lone Fisherman - MAIB Report Print
Thursday, 17 November 2011 09:08

For the attention of all Boat Fishermen.

Please be advised that today the MAIB has published its report following the investigation of a fatal accident to the Skipper of fishing vessel "Our Boy Andrew", 9 miles east of Eddystone Rocks on 24 March 2011. A Safety flyer also accompanies this publication.

Both documents can be viewed on the MAIB website at:

http://www.maib.gov.uk/publications/investigation_reports/2011/our_boy_andrew.cfm

There is also a link to the MAIB website on our Maritime Links Page.

 
Railway Quay Re-Development Print
Wednesday, 26 October 2011 15:56

Outline Planning Application for Redevelopment of the Railway Quay

 

Newhaven Port & Properties Ltd (NPP) welcomes the planning application that has been submitted to the Lewes District Council by award winning developer, Arrowcroft, and RBS (through West Register Property Investments) to develop the area around Railway Quay.

 

NPP owns the freehold title of the land, a significant part of which is currently subject to a long term lease by RBS. As the outline planning application area includes operational port land, Arrowcroft and RBS have consulted with the Port about its proposal and NPP very much welcomes the scheme, which also has the support of the Ferry operator and the UK Border Agency who work within the Railway Quay area.

 

The proposed development delivers one of the five key strategic priorities outlined in the emerging Port Master Plan (PMP) which is for a sensitive redevelopment of the Railway Quay area that extends and enhances Newhaven Town Centre. The Railway Quay proposal would also improve the access to and the operation of the ferry and provide new facilities for passengers, which would enhance the customer experience and lead to increased utilisation rates. This in turn would contribute to the Port’s continued success and the positive role it plays in the town’s and the region’s economy.

 

Following several years of work and consultation, NPP is currently finalising its PMP, which outlines its vision as to how the Port should develop in the future. The PMP also looks to support the wider economic and urban regeneration of the town and NPP look forward to presenting the final version of the PMP to the community in the New Year.

 

For press enquiries please contact:

 

Cyra Parkes,

Brandcast Media

 

Mob:  07506 413 759

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