The familiar route into the Port is closing in readiness for demolition, representing a key point in the TMI project that is transforming Eastern Docks ferry terminal. The OVD was closed on Friday (24 April) with traffic being moved to the ground route, which was suitably signposted.
Tim Waggott, Chief Executive for the Port of Dover said: “Whilst we keep Dover, the Port and the UK economy moving, we are also working hard to ensure that the Port will have additional capacity to handle growing freight volumes. This is why we made a conscious decision to expedite the works and put extra resources to enable earlier completion. Our customers, port users and the community will see the re-routing of traffic flows, new variable messaging services and lane control within the Port, thereby reducing congestion on the external road network.”
TMI is part of an £85 million upgrade programme focused on the Eastern Docks, which is being delivered at the same time the Port has recently committed to investing up to £120 million in phase one of the Dover Western Docks Revival project. Together, such investments are transforming the Port for the benefit of its customers and community.