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Ports are exciting places - a constant steam of ships and those who travel on and work with them. They are often the first place that people from abroad settle. |
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How a port comes to life
Does a port spring into life because nearby communities need to ship goods? Or do towns and cities grow up around a place where ships can come in? Find out in this section. |
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At work in a port
Ports have always offered opportunities for employment. Find out who it takes to run a port successfully, what their jobs are and what life can be like for those who work in a port. |
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Ports at play
When reaching port, a ship's crew want to enjoy themselves. There are people around to help sailors spend their money, not always wisely. |
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Trade - lifeblood of a port
Trade is the sole reason a port exists. Discover the different types of trades and how each affects the way a port grows. |
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Finding out more about the life of a port
Find out more about a port, how to visit one or how to work in the shipping or port industry. |
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Get interactive!
Test your Life of a Port knowledge with PortCities Southampton interactive games (requires Java). |