Councillor Andrew Brown, Chair of the Economy and Skills Committee at Bristol City Council, said: “In partnership with the Environment Agency and South Gloucestershire Council, we are making significant investments in flood defences at Bristol Port. These new gates, alongside the wider ASEA project, will provide robust flood protection for at least 60 years. This initiative is crucial for Bristol’s economic future, giving businesses the confidence to invest in the Enterprise Area and helping to create new jobs.”

In addition to flood protection, the ASEA project will also create over 80 hectares of wetland habitats at Northwick and Hallen, providing essential roosting sites for wildlife. This equates to an area roughly the size of 112 football pitches, supporting the region’s ecological diversity.

The ASEA project is largely funded through the West of England Local Enterprise Partnership’s Economic Development Fund, managed by the West of England Combined Authority, with additional support from Defra and the Wessex Regional Flood and Coastal Committee.

When complete, the ASEA flood defences will ensure continued safety for residents and businesses, while driving economic growth and protecting the local environment.