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YFN members got to see the complexities and precision of a working port, along with a detailed expert commentary YFN delivers another fabulous tour of DP World London Gateway
were at each loading point having containers lowered onto them with pinpoint precision. While this was all happening, Lexi and her colleagues were explaining the key processes with a fantastic commentary. Enormous warehouses owned by some of the world’s largest retailers are a stone’s throw away from the port, enabling them to have their goods imported and exported with minimal delays. Once the tour was completed, Lexi held a brilliant Q&A session answering every question in depth, demonstrating her fabulous knowledge of the port. Attendee Sophie Smith of DHL commented: “Had an amazing time! Super interesting – big thank you to all those involved in hosting. So impressed by Lexi Laybourn’s knowledge, especially in the Q&A!” Graeme Wilkinson, BIFA’s Training Development Manager, said: “I would like to thank DP World for its commitment to the YFN and a huge ‘thank you’ to Lexi for an outstanding tour. Well done.” If you want to get more involved in the YFN, or even join one of the committees, please contact Carl Hobbis at c.hobbis@bifa.org
O nce again, the Young opportunity for a large group of young people to take part in an organised tour of DP World London Gateway. As always, the host was YFN London East chair Lexi Laybourn, who gave a thorough insight into the port, logistics park and its operation. The event also provided an opportunity for delegates to do a bit of networking before Lexi kicked the day off with an informative presentation giving an insightful overview of DP World Group and the Forwarder Network (YFN) provided a fabulous
history of London Gateway itself. Then the individuals boarded a coach and got up close to the action at the UK’s fastest growing and most modern deepsea container terminal, located just 25 miles from central London. The group also saw the expansion plans with the ongoing restructuring taking place. Vessels in port Fortunately, there were two large vessels at the berth which meant everyone could see the full scale of unloading and loading these enormous ships. Articulated lorries
“ Had an amazing time! Super interesting – big thank you to all those involved in hosting. So impressed by Lexi Laybourn’s knowledge especially in the Q&A! – Sophie Smith DHL
Expansion activity at London Gateway
10 | July 2023
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