Portsmouth Gears Up with Operation Transmission to Tackle Lorry Chaos
The International Port of Portsmouth is bracing for major changes after January 1st. To smash lorry congestion and slash delays, officials are rolling out a new traffic scheme called Operation Transmission. It promises smoother customs checks — but on dry land, not at the port.
Two New Customs Checkpoints Set to Ease Traffic Jams
Back in October, the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Local Resilience Forum revealed plans for “triage areas” away from the busy port. Now, with the UK out of the single market, these checkpoints are going live.
- Checkpoint One: On the A31 between Winchester and Alresford, targeting lorries coming from London. Drivers will be directed via M25 signs to take the M3 to the site, which can hold up to 235 lorries.
- Checkpoint Two: Located on the M275 sliproad for vehicles skipping the A31 stop. Nearby Tipner West lorry park offers space for another 40 trucks, if needed.
Why Operation Transmission Matters
Customs rules after Brexit mean many lorries need paperwork checked before entering the port. Without this, queues could spiral, causing massive headaches for ports and haulage firms alike.
Operation Transmission’s roadside checks aim to pinpoint and fix paperwork issues early, keeping the Portsmouth port moving – and lorries off the jam-packed docks.
