SCH (Southampton Cargo Handling)

United Kingdom

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SCH (Southampton Cargo Handling Ltd) is the UK's most extensive provider of cruise ship services and support, with operations in major UK Ports including Southampton, Portsmouth and Liverpool. SCH supplies mooring, baggage handling and stores loading and is part of the Independent Ports Handling (IPH) group, which also includes Cruise and Passenger Services (CPS). CPS carries out valet car parking services in Southampton, Liverpool, Portsmouth and Dover for over 90,000 cruise passengers, with Carnival UK the major customer in Southampton. CPS’ established service includes ease of booking via a call centre or website, personal meet and greets, car moving service from terminal to secure car park, safeguarding the vehicle during the passengers’ cruise and then return of the vehicle when passengers arrive back. SCH handled around 200 turnaround calls into the UK during pre-pandemic 2019, with customers including Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises, Azamara Club Cruises, Saga Cruises and Fred Olsen Line.

We are dedicated to provide efficient, reliable, and innovative stevedoring solutions to enhance guest experience. With decades of experiece, our skilled team of professionals possesses unparalleled knowledge of the cruise and logistics industry. Our dedication to excellence, sustainability, and guest satisfaction sets us apart as a trusted partner in the world of cruise.

SCH Ltd. (Southampton Cargo Handling)

Lee Davis
Director

Canute Road
SO14 3FJ Southampton
United Kingdom

ldavis@schltd.com

http://www.schltd.com

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SCH Secures Cruise Contract with Portsmouth International Port!

February 21, 2025 00:00

SCH is delighted to announce the renewal of its Cruise Services contract with Portsmouth International Port, securing operations for up to the next 10 years. This continued partnership highlights SCH’s commitment to delivering professional stevedoring services and supporting Portsmouth’s growing cruise ambitions. With 94 cruise ship calls scheduled for 2025—including 34 transit calls—Portsmouth is on track for a record-breaking year. The port will welcome an exciting mix of maiden calls and returning favourites, reinforcing its position as a key port in the UK cruise industry. As a leading stevedoring provider across major UK ports, SCH is proud to extend its collaboration with Portsmouth International Port. This contract renewal reflects the strong partnership and trust between SCH and the port, and we look forward to playing a role in its continued success. Portsmouth International Port, commented: "The port faces its busiest cruise season to date, with a record number of calls coming to Portsmouth. We are looking forward to continuing working with SCH as our cruise service partner to deliver the best experience for our customers and their guests." SCH remains dedicated to driving efficiency in cruise operations and looks forward to supporting Portsmouth International Port as it reaches new heights.

SCH SUPPORTS CHRISTENING AND OFFICIAL MAIDEN VOYAGE OF AZAMARA PURSUIT

September 5, 2018 00:00

SCH pulled out all the stops to ensure that the visit to Southampton of Azamara Club Cruises’ new ship for her official christening ceremony was a success. Having handled the Azamara Pursuit on two previous visits to Southampton earlier this summer, SCH was on hand to ensure a smooth disembark for hundreds of passengers as they left the ship after a voyage to Iceland via ports in the UK and Ireland. Then came the preparations for a spectacular christening ceremony in Southampton before the ship, which can accommodate over 700, made a short Channel cruise for specially invited guests. Once Azamara Pursuit returned to port, SCH swung into action to get the ship ready for her final UK-based voyage of the season with baggage and stores needing to be loaded before she sailed from Southampton for a cruise to the Iberian Peninsula. With a hectic three days of moves within the port and a short cruise before the wide range of preparations needed for her departure for Western Europe, it was a case of three days of intense activity for the SCH teams. Cruise Operations Manager Paulo Oliveira explained: “It was a demanding series of operations but a great opportunity for Azamara to highlight the qualities of their new ship and we were delighted to support Azamara Pursuit for this special call in Southampton .” http://www.schltd.com