Nationally

• The port produces £1.2 billion annually for the UK and is the largest vehicle handling port in Britain with 750,000 vehicles.
• 50% of all trade from the east happens in Southampton and is the leading place for imported oil.
• There are extensive transport links such as the M3 and improved rail infrastructure connecting Southampton with the rest of the UK.
• Our economy is worth £5 billion annually to the UK and West Quay is rated 13th out of all shopping destinations.