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Ian Wilson joins Forth Ports to drive rail freight offering

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Forth Ports, the UK’s third largest ports group, has appointed rail freight expert Ian Wilson as its new Intermodal and Logistics Development Manager.

Forth Ports, the UK’s third largest ports group, has appointed rail freight expert Ian Wilson as its new Intermodal and Logistics Development Manager.

According to a Forth Ports Wilson is a respected, senior executive who is highly experienced in the rail freight, logistics and supply chain industry. He previously worked for Eddie Stobart for 20 years in a number of roles, latterly as Business Development Manager in their rail freight division.

Wilson joined Forth Ports in August and will work across the group, focussing on the rail investment in both Tilbury and Grangemouth. Working with Ross McKissock and Derek Knox, Wilson will reportedly champion Forth Port’s interconnectivity to sea, rail, and road to the market.

Commenting on the appointment, Chief Operating Officer (CCO) Stuart Wallace said:

“We welcome Ian to the team. Ian’s appointment comes at an important time for Forth Ports as we focus and invest in our rail offering across the UK. We have invested over £250 million to create Tilbury2 and when the rail head opens at the port later this year, it will be capable of handling the longest freight trains on the tracks. We also have a multimillion-pound investment programme underway in Grangemouth to further enhance our rail offering, providing a seamless link between our hubs on the Thames and Grangemouth.

“We have dedicated direct rail services between our ports enabling customers to get their goods from the south east into the central belt of Scotland in a time, carbon and cost-efficient manner. Ian brings a wealth of experience in rail freight through his time with Eddie Stobart and he has a strong track record in delivering results in the sector.”

Commenting on his appointment, Ian Wilson said:

“This is an exciting time for Forth Ports as they position their key ports in Tilbury and Grangemouth as unrivalled rail hubs. I am confident that there are a number of opportunities in the market for businesses looking for a flexible, efficient, and greener solution on rail. I am looking forward to playing my part in securing this business.”

Read the article online at: https://www.drybulkmagazine.com/dry-bulk/28092020/ian-wilson-joins-forth-ports-to-drive-rail-freight-offering/

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