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Life and times of the Tyne

A play by Port of Tyne writer-in-residence Michael Chaplin has been brought to the stage by Live Theatre as part of the latter’s 40th anniversary programme. Tyne maps the epic history, atmosphere, and soul of the mighty river in story, music, and images. Andrew Moffat, Port of Tyne, chief executive officer, said the playwright had “uncovered a whole host of stories evoking the passion and importance of the River Tyne.” With ... [+]

Thanks for the memories

The Port of Tyne is staging a 'Songs from the Shipyards' event, together with internationally acclaimed band and, The Unthanks and the Customs House South Shields. Songs from the Shipyards is described as “a beautiful and powerful audio visual work tracing the story of the North East’s shipyards” and is returning ... [+]

Pellets to Newcastle

The Port of Tyne has unveiled a £180m investment plan to develop new wood pellet import, storage and transport facilities at its main Riverside Quay. The Port is already the largest handler of the commodity in Europe and talks to find an investment partner are well underway, says the port. ... [+]

Lithuanians link Tyne to Russia

Lithuanian shortsea and feeder container operator Sea Connect is introducing a direct sailing between St Petersburg and the Port of Tyne in North-East England, with John Good Shipping as UK general agent. It will operate every 10 days from the north east to St. Petersburg with transit times of six ... [+]

Tyne chief steps down

Port of Tyne chairman Sir Ian Wrigglesworth has stepped down and will be replaced by deputy chairman Sir Les Elton, reports NE Business. Sir Ian piloted the commercialisation of the trust-owned port which, as well as increasing car business from the nearby Nissan plant at Sunderland has also developed a ... [+]

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