Liverpool to host world’s largest conros
Atlantic Container Line (ACL) has chosen the Port of Liverpool as the UK port of call for its new five-strong fleet of the world’s largest ro-ro/container ships (conros) after a review of potential schedules, market potential and opportunities for its North Atlantic Services
Peel Ports Group retained the transatlantic services and will make a £10m investment in Liverpool to widen the Seaforth Passage and create a dedicated car storage area capable of handling 70,000 vehicles per year.
ACL has been operating the services connecting Liverpool with ports in North America and Europe since 1969 and has now agreed an extended 10-year contract with Peel Ports. In addition, ACL is expanding its Liverpool office to concentrate its commercial, marine and logistics operations work in the city, increasing staff numbers by 40% to over 180.
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