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Greenock reefer points boost Scots food exports

[ May 17, 2024   //   ]

The Port of Greenock is investing £750,000 in reefer point infrastructure to boost Scottish perishables exports.

The substantial increase in reefer points, from 32 to 220, will significantly increase ease of access to global markets for food and drink manufacturers, including seed potatoes, meat, fish, fruit and vegetables and dairy products. It will also benefit pharmaceuticals manufacturers, the agriculture industry and other enterprises dealing with temperature-sensitive goods.

The investment has also includes the addition of a new substation to the port’s network, new purpose-built reefer gantries and upgrading existing reefer facilities.

The expansion eliminates the need for diesel generators, helping to reduce carbon emissions.

Port director of Peel Ports-owned Greenock, Jim McSporran, said: “This significant investment into the Port of Greenock’s reefer points infrastructure underscores our commitment to providing world-class facilities to support the needs of our customers in Scotland.

“We are excited about the opportunities this investment brings for businesses involved in exporting perishable goods, especially at a time when demand for temperature-sensitive goods is growing. We look forward to playing an even bigger role in Scotland’s export success.”

Craig Scrimgeour, Scotland director at Drac Logistics, which supports the import and export of perishable foods across the world, said: “We’re really pleased to hear about this reefer investment at the Port of Greenock ahead of the imminent arrival of its two new ship-to-shore cranes later this year. This will significantly increase our ability to store and transfer our cargo, as well as our access to global markets.

“It’s really positive news for import and export companies across the country, and we believe it will support and attract new services into Scotland’s only deep water container port.”

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