Felixstowe Port Users’ Association

FPUA is a pro-active, independent body for companies who conduct business activity in or through the Port of Felixstowe. 

Our Services

Port News

Bringing you the latest news and port updates

Representation

An impressive depth of expertise and knowledge to represent our members’ interests

Liaison

One collaborative voice on behalf of the Port Community

Charitable Events

Dedicated to giving back to the local community

Representing the interests of our members

Established in 1969, the Felixstowe Port Users’ Association Ltd (FPUA) is a pro-active, independent body for companies who conduct business activity in or through the Port of Felixstowe. It has over 100 members, representing the various sectors within the Port community.

 

Membership is on a Category basis with each having its own Representative. Category 1 is for Shipping Lines, and Category 2 is for Freight Forwarders, Category 3 is for Hauliers, Category 4 is for ERTS/Warehouse Keepers and Category 5 is for other port-related companies and suppliers. Including, solicitors, logistics software providers, maintenance and repair operatives.

Latest News

Ipswich Diabetes Centre benefits from FPUA’s festive spirit

Ipswich Diabetes Centre benefits from FPUA’s festive spirit

This year, Felixstowe Port Users’ Association (FPUA) is raising funds for the Diabetes Centre at Ipswich Hospital. All proceeds from the FPUA's Christmas Charity Ball held on 1st December 2023, will be donated to the Centre, which looks after both children and adults...

FPUA Delivers Ace of a Golf Day

FPUA Delivers Ace of a Golf Day

With a reputation for being one of the best events in Felixstowe’s charity calendar, the FPUA charity golf day (hosted on 26th May) was a corker for those attending and the five worthy causes that will benefit from its fundraising efforts. Jason Flower, chair of the...

FPUA Gets Fairway Ready

FPUA Gets Fairway Ready

With plans for the Felixstowe Port User Association’s fourth annual charity golf day well underway, this year’s must-attend event will be hosted on Friday, 26th May 2023, at the award-winning Felixstowe Ferry Golf Club. Chair of FPUA, Jason Flower, says: “Last year’s...

FPUA activities & events

We have a full calendar of activities and events, the majority of which are charity lead and provide an opportunity for the Port Users to network with other business sectors within the town.

A firm favourite with members is our Charity Christmas Ball on the first Friday of December, where among the glamour and glitz we raise vital funds for nominated local charities.

We have also recently established a summer Charity Golf Day at the Felixstowe Ferry Golf Club, which we are hoping to develop as a permanent fixture in our calendar.

Charity events

During the year the FPUA host a number of fund-raising events for nominated charities.

Christmas Ball: 6 December 2024

Golf Day: 10 May 2024

Meetings

Members are invited to attend meetings held to support the interests of each business.

Next EGM: 6 March 2024

Next AGM: 6 March 2024

Members Networking: tbc

Benefits of FPUA membership

Together we are one voice at the heart of the Port community. An independent body representing companies who conduct business activity in, through or associated with the Port of Felixstowe.

To protect the interests of its Members

Our Port, your say. We represent the interests of our members equally, from SME’s to multi-national companies.

To liaise with the Port Authority

And other government bodies, such as HM Revenue and Customs and the Port Health Authority

To resolve problems of a localised nature swiftly and efficiently

Protect and promote their interests and to secure the best possible outcome 

To promote the Port and its Members

Both nationally and internationally

To represent the Port and its Members

Our membership comprises many shipping lines, freight forwarders, hauliers, warehouse keepers and port-related service suppliers, and as such can draw upon a wide range of experience and knowledge to represent its members’ interests.

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