No location can match Thames Freeport for access to rail, road, river and international maritime routes. Comprising Britain's most globally connected ports and logistics park and Ford's world-class engine plant, Thames Freeport represents a faster, more cost-effective, and more environmentally responsible way to service domestic and European markets. Stuart Wallace, Chief Operating Officer at Forth Ports (owner of the Port of Tilbury and Tilbury2), said: "The formal commercial launch of Thames Freeport is a major milestone for our partner organisations who have between them invested over £2.5 billion in port and logistics infrastructure over the past 10 years, with over £3 billion of further investment planned. The UK's largest freight ferry terminal was completed in record time and opened last year at Tilbury2, demonstrating the partners' commitment and ability to deliver at pace."