Works begin to prepare Port of Workington for new development

Major works to clear land at the Port of Workington and nearby Oldside and prepare the area for future development are underway.

The programme will see redundant infrastructure demolished, hazardous materials and contaminants removed and land remediated. Work has started on an area at the port known as Tank Farm B with the overall project also encompassing the area known as Tank Farm A and part of the Oldside site.

Once complete, approximately 8.49 hectares of prime development land will be available, with quayside access, rail and road connections. This provides an opportunity for the establishment of a dedicated terminal and significant open storage within the boundary of the Port of Workington.

The work is being carried out by local firm Thomas Armstrong Construction and is being funded by around £4.5 million in Government funding as part of the Workington Town Deal, and is part of a wider regeneration project which includes the Workington Gateway and the opening up of better transport links in the town centre.

The plans for Oldside are part of a long-term initiative to develop the Port of Workington as a hub for clean energy, manufacturing and intermodal logistics which will support wider regional growth. The port is well placed to service upcoming projects in the Irish Sea and the development of these brownfield sites, will further strengthen the port's offering.

Last year as owners and operators of the port, Cumberland Council published a bold vision for transforming the site when it published a new prospectus called Building the future: A catalyst for growth on the Energy Coast. The intention is this prospectus – alongside the investment already committed for the port and surrounding sites - will attract further investment.

Leader of Cumberland Council, Cllr Mark Fryer said: “Oldside and the Port of Workington is an area which has significant potential for economic growth and is a hugely important asset not just for this council, but for west Cumbria and wider Cumberland.

“I am delighted to see these works beginning and once complete they will pave the way for further inward investment in the area, creating jobs for local people and exciting opportunities for businesses.”

Source Link: https://www.cumberland.gov.uk/news/2026/works-begin-prepare-port-workington-new-development