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AV Dawson named Community Business of the Year

AV Dawson, owner and operator of the Port of Middlesbrough, was named Community Business of the Year at the North East of England Chamber of Commerce Awards on 18 June. The Teesside-based port operator and multimodal logistics firm was applauded for its longstanding commitment to supporting communities across the Tees Valley. The award highlights AV Dawson’s ongoing commitment to creating meaningful community impact, not only through financial support, but by dedicating time, ... [+]

Worker dies in AV Dawson accident

A worker at AV Dawson has died in an accident on 8 December, according to press reports. North East Ambulance Service was reported as saying it responded to a call t at the firm’s Riverside Park Road address at about 09:30. The Health and Safety Executive said it was working ... [+]

AV Dawson takes top safety award again

AV Dawson, owner and operator of Port of Middlesbrough has gained the RoSPA Fleet Safety Gold Award for the second consecutive year, for managing occupational road risk during 2024. RoSPA Gold businesses must achieve a very high level of performance, demonstrating well developed occupational health and safety management systems and ... [+]

AV Dawson signs ten-year deal with cable firm

AV Dawson, owner and operator of Port of Middlesbrough, has signed a ten-year partnership with offshore cable manufacturer, Prysmian. The Italian firm, which has been a tenant at Port of Middlesbrough for several years, is a world leader in the manufacture and installation of subsea and offshore wind cables, and first ... [+]

It’s (almost) the real thing: Port of Middlesbrough on your laptop

AV Dawson, owner and operator of Port of Middlesbrough, has worked with a local college to create a 3D virtual reality version of the facility for prospective customers. Students at The Northern School of Art worked in teams to design one of two locations at the port – the quayside and ... [+]

AV Dawson gains RoSPA gold

AV Dawson, owner and operator of Port of Middlesbrough has gained a Gold award from the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA). Companies who receive a RoSPA award are recognised as being world leaders in health and safety, demonstrating well developed management systems and culture, outstanding control of risk ... [+]

Middlesbrough port firm cleans up

AV Dawson, owner and operator of Port of Middlesbrough, has organised a litter pick as part of Good Business Week. Good Business Charter (GBC) accreditation, which AV Dawson achieved in Summer 2023, recognises businesses that are operating as responsible businesses across a number of areas. Company colleagues from across the Teesside business ... [+]

AV Dawson wins Good Business Charter status

AV Dawson, owner and operator of Port of Middlesbrough has been awarded Good Business Charter (GBC) status. GBC is a UK accreditation that encourages and recognises ethical and responsible business practices. It encompasses ten commitments that businesses must meet, including offering a real living wage, commitment to customers, employee wellbeing, ... [+]

Legal eagle for AV Dawson

AV Dawson, owner and operator of Port of Middlesbrough has appointed Gareth Jones as property and legal director. He joins the business early in the second quarter of the year, having most recently worked for Teesside law firm, The Endeavour Partnership where AV Dawson is one of its key clients. ... [+]

Change at the top for AV Dawson

AV Dawson, owner and operator of Port of Middlesbrough has restructured its board of directors for furture growth and long-term succession. Former managing director Gary Dawson becomes chairman of the AV Dawson Group of companies. John Young, the former financial director becomes deputy chairman. They will concentrate on the overall direction of ... [+]