London Gateway Restores Empty Container Returns with VBS Booking
What Happened?
London Gateway Port has resumed accepting empty container returns, lifting gate restrictions introduced on 23 October. Transport operators can return empty equipment under standard procedures provided they have secured a Vehicle Booking System slot. Ocean carriers including Maersk continue to monitor terminal conditions and direct hauliers to check live booking systems.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS
Published date
October 29, 2026
Effective from
October 26, 2026
Advisory category
port_disruption
Affected Ports
GBLGW
Who is Affected?
Hauliers, freight forwarders, BCOs, and ocean carriers coordinating UK inland transport and container de-hire via London Gateway Port.
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