Port of Liverpool To House New Cement Terminal

By Simon West

Türkiye’s Medcem is investing £35 million (US$47.5 million) to build a low-carbon cement import terminal at the Port of Liverpool in northwest England.

In partnership with the port’s operator, Peel Ports Group, the deep-water facility will be developed at the former P&O site at Gladstone Dock. Construction was slated to begin in May, with completion expected by mid-2026.

The initial phase of the terminal features four silos with a combined storage capacity of 45,000 tonnes. It is designed to handle cement and supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs) such as fly ash and granulated blast furnace slag – key components in making low-carbon concrete.

The 5.75-acre site allows room for future expansion and additional storage capacity in later phases, Peel Ports said.

The project comes as the UK construction industry gains momentum, bolstered by the government’s pledge to build 1.5 million homes by the end of the current parliament in 2029.

“Logistics and construction are deeply interconnected, and by creating smarter, more sustainable import hubs like this one, we can help building firms secure the materials they need,” said Andrew Martin, group development director at Peel Ports Group.

“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.”

Enver Celikbas, business development and investments director at Medcem, said the new terminal strengthens Medcem’s presence in the UK market and consolidates its position as Europe’s leading provider of low-carbon cement and cementitious materials.

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

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