ABP appoints new group head of Health, Safety and Environment

Associated British Ports has announced the appointment of Sally Ford as Group Head of Health, Safety and Environment to help further strengthen the company’s focus on continuous improvement in these areas.

Sally Ford joins ABP from Southern Water, where she served as Director of Health and Safety, Security and Wellbeing.

She brings over 30 years of health, safety, and environmental management experience in organizations operating critical national infrastructure, including rail, telecommunications, and water sectors.

Sally Ford stated she looks forward to joining the talented team at ABP and building on this positive momentum by helping to embed safety, wellbeing and a commitment to environmental protection.

ABP Chief of Staff, commented Sally joins them at an important time as they look to further strengthen our focus on health, safety and the environment.

Sally will assume her new role on 13 October 2025, reporting to Paul Bristowe, ABP Chief of Staff.