Associated British Ports seeks developer feedback on plans for Solent Gateway 2 at Port of Southampton

 

Foundation principles for the project have been set out in eight key bullets:

 

   1. To enhance the environment and green spaces

   2. To provide resilient and safe port operations

   3. To produce durable and adaptable design

   4. To make efficient use of land

   5. To support the transition to net zero in line with ABP’s wider aspiration to

       reach net zero by 2040

   6. To be a good neighbour and work collaboratively with stakeholders

   7. To be sympathetic to local character and local history

   8. To support innovation

 

Designs have been created to not only enable ABP to meet future demand, but also benefit local communities, the environment and wider nation.

 

Over half of the site has been set aside for environmental purposes with plans for a major new country park to enhance walking and cycling routes.

 

There will be improved resilience with a world-leading sustainable automotive terminal and marine facilities following ABP’s goal of providing essential gateways to enable the green infrastructure for energy transition.

 

All will be accessed by improved road access with plans for a direct connection from the A326.

 

A timeline has been set out with the next stage of consultation in 2026 and a goal to have final decisions by 2028.

 

If you wish to register your interest in the project, be notified directly about further consultation, and share your initial views on the material provided as part of the current non-statutory consultation, complete the following MS Forms link: forms.office.com/e/10Mab2eSQC

 

 

Opportunity Details:

 

Project title: Solent Gateway 2 - Market Engagement Phase

Client: Associated British Ports (ABP)

Published: 26 September 2025

First Deadline: 31 December 2025

More information: www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060314-2025?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=2025-09-29&utm_source=SavedSearch