As one of the port’s largest customers and of economic importance to the region, this agreement marks the dawn of a new era for both parties as the move to net zero transportation accelerates.
The Port of Tyne handles 600,000 vehicles per year, making it the country’s second-largest car handling port. Nissan first began producing cars in Sunderland in 1986, and since 1994 the Port of Tyne has played an integral part in transporting cars built at the plant to over 130 worldwide markets.
The new deal follows Nissan’s EV36Zero announcement last year. The initiative focuses on Nissan's Net Zero journey and a focus on carbon neutrality, comprised of three interconnected initiatives: electric vehicles, renewable energy and battery production with Nissan’s battery partner, Envision AESC.
This development is closely aligned with the Port of Tyne’s sustainability vision to be Net Zero by 2030 and all-electric by 2040.
“The Port of Tyne has been an integral part of our supply chain for many years. As it continues to grow as a clean energy and green distribution hub it will continue to play a vital role in Nissan’s vision for a carbon neutral future,” said Michael Simpson, Vice President of Supply Chain Management at Nissan.
“We are incredibly proud to be supporting one of the UK’s biggest car manufacturers, and having the opportunity to make a major contribution to the adoption of electric vehicles globally,” commented Matt Beeton, CEO at the Port of Tyne. “This agreement demonstrates Nissan’s long term commitment to the port and its importance to the wider region.”
