4 July 2025
Logistics and supply chain company of the year
Port of Waterford, Ireland’s oldest port, is proud to announce that it has been named Logistics & Supply Chain Company of the Year at the 2025 Chambers Ireland Recognition Awards.
This honour comes as the port marks an extraordinary milestone: its 1111th anniversary!
Founded by the Vikings in 914 AD, Port of Waterford has grown from its origins as a trading post to becoming a vital logistics hub serving Ireland’s economy. For over a millennium, the port has connected Irish producers to global markets, supported local industry, and provided critical supply chain solutions for sectors ranging from agriculture to construction and renewable energy.
Today, the port plays a pivotal role in the South East’s thriving agricultural sector and handles the import of over one million tonnes of bulk ingredients each year.
The port enables the export of premium dairy products, including butter and cheese, which depart twice weekly for Rotterdam.
The port is also integral to Ireland’s construction and infrastructure sectors, managing significant volumes of raw materials for cement production and steel for major building projects.
Port of Waterford is positioning itself as a key player in Ireland’s transition to green energy and has already supported the import of onshore wind farm components for over a decade.
The port is now preparing to become a critical hub for offshore wind construction and maintenance and is currently involved in a major maintenance project at Ireland’s only offshore wind farm, the Arklow Bank, demonstrating its readiness to support the nation’s renewable ambitions.
David Sinnott, CEO of Port of Waterford, said: “Being named Logistics & Supply Chain Company of the Year is a tremendous recognition of the hard work, dedication and innovation shown by everyone across our team. It is also a reflection of the trust our customers and partners place in us every day. As we celebrate 1111 years of trade, we are more committed than ever to supporting Ireland’s economy and driving a sustainable future for our region and our country.”
Winning Logistics & Supply Chain Company of the Year is a testament to the commitment of the port’s teams, partners, and the many businesses it serves across the South East and beyond. As it enters its second millennium, Port of Waterford remains dedicated to preserving its remarkable heritage while shaping a sustainable and prosperous future for the region and Ireland as a whole.
