Newly released shipping figures for Milford Haven Port show steady growth and an increase in efficiency throughout last year.
With just over 71 million gross tons coming into the port during 2011, this is up almost nine per cent on the previous year, assisted by the cold weather experienced in the first quarter of 2011 which boosted gas volumes. However, six per cent fewer ships brought cargo and passengers into the port, showing an increase in overall efficiency.
Chief executive Alec Don said: “ We are pleased to see this steady growth, which is in line with expectations. With LNG now forming a significant part of the mix we expect a degree of volatility in overall port volumes from year to year, but are currently expecting a steady performance in 2012 .”
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LNG World News Staff, January 23, 2012