Delivering Excellence in Stevedoring
Specialising in both Cruise and RORO operations across the United Kingdom
Who are we
Part of the Independent Port Handling Group (IPH)
Independent Port Handling is the holding company of a group with subsidiary companies operating across different sectors to the port industry in the UK. The company itself operates as MotoPrep and is a service provider supporting vehicle manufacturers and motorcycle OEMs and retailers with Technical Services, Storage and Distribution in the UK. The wider group comprises of
Southampton Cargo Handling
Port terminal managers and stevedores specialising in RORO, project cargo and cruise ship handling with operations in Southampton, Liverpool, Portsmouth and Dover.
Cruise and Passenger Services (CPS)
A specialist supplier of valet parking services for cruise ship guests with operations in Southampton, Liverpool, Portsmouth and Dover.
Pathfinder Personnel
Pathfinder Personnel recruits temporary and permanent staff, providing flexible workforce solutions. This allows us to deploy skilled personnel across the group as needed, ensuring efficient operations.
“We have a longstanding partnership with SCH for our cruise ship handling needs, and they have consistently proven to be a trusted and valued partner in our UK operations. SCH reliably dispatches experienced team members to assist with our port operations, particularly in new or international locations where RCCL may require support, such as Iceland, India, and beyond. Their keen attention to detail, efficient coordination, and commitment to providing a seamless and enjoyable guest experience are vital to ensuring smooth port operations and upholding Royal Caribbean Group’s high standards for our guests.”
Royal Caribbean Group
“CPS were the obvious choice to operate our cruise car parking due to the high level of customer service that they offer. X years on, and we are still very happy to be partnered with them. Cruise guests tell us that they find the booking process quick and easy, and the CPS team onsite friendly and efficient.”
Port of Dover
We are excited to be building a partnership with SCH for our cruise ship turnaround and valet parking services in Portsmouth. Their commitment to excellence and reliability has quickly established them as a valued partner in our operations. SCH provides a dedicated staff to assist us, ensuring everything runs smoothly as we expand our collaboration. In addition to turnaround services, CPS Cruise and Passenger Services also offers valet parking for our guests, enhancing their overall experience. With their keen attention to detail and efficient processes, SCH plays a crucial role in upholding Virgin Voyages’ high standards for our guests.
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