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About Us

Our History
The origins of the Port of Dover can be traced right back to Roman times.

Click the Port Photograph for our quick guide to the colourful history of the town and its harbour, and its gradual evolution through the centuries to what it is today - one of the world's premier ports.

Who we are
Originally established in 1606, Dover Harbour Board is responsible for the administration, maintenance and improvement of the harbour at Dover. As such, we operate right at the heart of the UK's and Continental Europe's cross-Channel transport network, managing and piloting what has become one of today's busiest drive-on, drive-off terminals in the world.

As a trust port, the Board does not have any shareholders and most Board members are appointed by the Department of Transport.

What we do
Every year we take responsibility for over 15 million passengers travelling through our port, as well as other major shipping activities such as general cargo, cruising and a marina. It's a responsibility we take extremely seriously, and it comes hand-in-hand with our clear commitment to ensuring the port operates professionally, safely and smoothly for all those who use it.

COMPANY LOCATION:

                                        Dover Harbour Board, Harbour House, Marine Parade, Dover CT17 9BU

CONTACT DETAILS:

                                        Telephone: +44 (0) 1304 240400                   Fax: +44 (0) 1304 240465

WEBSITE:

                                        www.doverport.co.uk