Wightlink Launches Flexible Freight Shipping Initiative

UK ferry service Wightlink is offering haulage companies the opportunity to deliver goods to and from the Isle of Wight in a more flexible way by using its new ‘drop trailer’ system.

By arrangement, lorry drivers delivering to the Island can drop off their trailers securely at Portsmouth International Port (PIP) at the entrance to the city and they will be moved to Wightlink’s car ferry terminal in Gunwharf Road for later shipment. Island-based freight companies taking goods to the mainland can also leave their trailers at PIP and return to base by the next available sailing.

“We are responding to requests from our freight customers who would like more flexibility in their deliveries,” explains Business Development Director Clive Tilley. “Trailers will be transported at agreed times, leaving drivers free to carry out other deliveries.”

Wightlink is working with partners Paul Davis Freight Services Ltd (PDFS) on this initiative.

Pictured: Ian Diaper from Portsmouth International Port and Wightlink Business Development Account Manager Travis Cooper