Associated British Ports (ABP), the UK’s largest port operator, has commenced construction on the first phase of its major Humber development at the Helm @ Immingham site, marking the most significant development of its kind in the region for several decades.

The initial phase at the 227-acre strategic site follows the granting of reserved matters planning consent by North East Lincolnshire Council for 103,000 square feet of modern, purpose-built industrial and logistics space. ABP, which operates the ports of Grimsby and Immingham as part of the UK’s number one gateway for trade on the Humber, is developing the scheme speculatively and will retain it within its property portfolio. The scale and ambition of the project reflect ABP’s long-term confidence in, and vision for, the Immingham and Grimsby area.

A CGI view of the Helm @ Immingham showing the first phase of development.

Located close to the A180 and the two major Humber estuary ports, the development comprises eight units ranging in size from 4,820 square feet to 26,797 square feet. The units are aimed at small and medium-sized enterprises operating in energy venture start-ups, port logistics, engineering, manufacturing and distribution. JLL, Gent Visick and PPH have been appointed as agents to market the scheme.

Looking ahead, Helm @ Immingham has the potential to deliver a further 1.1 million square feet of logistics and manufacturing space, alongside 90 acres of automotive open storage, supported by on-site renewable energy generation and extensive biodiversity enhancements. The development aligns with ABP’s broader strategy to strengthen the UK’s trade infrastructure, support the energy transition and drive sustainable economic growth across the Humber region.