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Direct ferry service from Scotland is greener
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SCOTTISH HAULIERS who use Superfast's Rosyth-Zeebrugge ferry to reach the Continent instead of travelling by road to an English port prevent millions of pounds of environmental damage, according to researchers. A report for the Scottish
Enterprise development agency cites reductions in congestion, pollution, accidents and noise. Using an approach known as the Sensitive Lorry Mile Analysis, the researchers conclude that the benefits to date are worth £2,9m. They assigned a cash
value to each mile that a truck travels on the road, taking into account different types of vehicle, roads and conditions. The report points out that 80% of Scottish businesses are within 90 minutes of Rosyth. But it also notes that
"a considerable volume of goods" is still moved by road between Scotland and English ports, suggesting that there is potential for more ferry services direct from Scotland. The ferry is said to offer sig
nificant commercial advantages too, thanks to "better utilisation of equipment and drivers". The report adds: "This is important given increases in congestion on the road network in the UK, fuel costs and the Working Time Directive regulations."
A spokesperson for Scottish Enterprise Fife concludes: "Not only doesthe Rosyth-Zeebrugge ferry service provide greater flexibility and convenience, but it offers significant environmental savings and a competitive advantage."