As an island nation, the UK relies heavily on its ports. These maritime facilities continue to shape our economic landscape, changing our shorelines into a hive of trade and tourism activity.

As the largest port industry in Europe, the UK is helping to re-imagine our ‘ports of tomorrow’ as they transform into hubs of renewable energy and prepare for profound changes in transport, trade goods, and regulations. 

Driving innovation across the UK and Ireland’s port network, Ardent has significant experience in delivering large transport schemes to meet increasing demand. Whether it’s maintaining aging infrastructure, meeting trade growth, or preparing for its new role as a sustainable energy hub, our team of experts will help you navigate the challenges of port developments. 

Supported by a growing team of land specialists, we draw upon our extensive experience and leading service offering to successfully deliver port, marine, and coastal infrastructure that meet your demands now, and in the future. 

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Ian Cunliffe

Ian Cunliffe

Senior Director & Head of Transport

t: 07788 377 641email me
Hannah Purchase

Hannah Purchase

Associate Director

t: 07355 035 242email me

Our services

We have designed a unique approach to project delivery by offering six integrated core services that help support your project through its entire life cycle, from conception to completion.

Atlas & Geospatial Insights

Geospatial and GIS solutions that empower our clients to visualise, analyse and share geographic information and location-based intellig

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Compensation & Valuation

Supporting our clients’ best interests via leading land and compensation risk, negotiation, and settlement advic

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Consents Management Consultancy

Consents Management Consultancy

Leading project advice and management by our growing team of consent promotion and delivery specialists.

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Geomatics Services

Geomatics

Reliable, accurate, and efficient Geomatic and data solutions to support the delivery of your project. 

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Land Assembly

Delivering expert land assembly and compulsory purchase advice and strategy for more efficient development sites.

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Land Referencing

High-quality and reliable Land Referencing services that meet the unique land requirements of your project.

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