Former P&O Liverpool dock to become deep-water cement terminal

Construction of a new deep-water cement terminal in the former P&O site at Gladstone Dock, Liverpool, is scheduled to start this month.

The £35m redevelopment by Medcem, a subsidiary of Turkish conglomerate Eren Holding, and British port operator Peel Ports Group, aims to play an important role in the growth of the UK construction sector.

The initial phase will include building four silos with a combined storage capacity of 45,000 tonnes, designed to handle cement and supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs).

SCMs, like fly ash and granulated blast furnace slag, are essential components in producing low-carbon concrete and reducing reliance on traditional Portland cement.

The 5.75-acre site allows for future expansion and increased storage capacity in subsequent phases.

Enver Celikbas, business development and investments director at Medcem, said: “This new terminal significantly strengthens our presence in the UK market, consolidating our position as the leading provider of low-carbon cement and cementitious materials in Europe.

“The logistical advantages of Liverpool allow us to enhance our ability to accommodate large vessels and product handling. This strengthens our supply chain, ensuring a more efficient and reliable service for our clients across the region.”

Andrew Martin, group development director at Peel Ports Group, added: “Modern ports like ours do far more than handle cargo over the quayside. We offer processing and storage facilities that streamline construction logistics, reduce road freight, and accelerate delivery timelines.

“This project reinforces Liverpool’s role as a base for investment that can drive regional, national and international growth, while opening up new employment opportunities and creating for a sustainable future for the City Region.”

The project is expected to complete by mid-2026.