GSE Group has unveiled plans to build a new lorry park on the A20 at the Court Wood Interchange in Kent.
The 70-acre site is the last junction on the approach to the Port of Dover and the new park will provide 24/7 secure parking for 600 HGVs in addition to welfare facilities for drivers.
Kent-based GSE Group also operates Ashford International Truckstop, which is located at Junction 10 of the M20.
Darrell Healey, chairman of GSE Truckstop Developments, said: “The site offers a once in a generation opportunity to provide best-in-class HGV welfare facilities right on the doorstep of England’s busiest port. It would make a significant contribution towards keeping Dover clear of disruption. By helping to meet the critical shortfall for cross-Channel freight parking along the in Kent, it will tackle improve the daily experience of residents and visitors to Dover and Folkestone in particular.”
Doug Bannister, CEO of the Port of Dover, added: “We welcome GSE’s plans to significantly increase the number of secure HGV parking spaces so close to the port. Our freight customers have told us that the proximity of parking to the port is crucial to their operations and wellbeing of their drivers. GSE’s proposal is consistent with our plans to help improve the experience of travelling through the port and to be a good neighbour to the residents of Dover in line with our 2050 strategy.”
