Government approves £10m for Port of Nigg

Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) has approved the funding, which will support the development of the port’s Inner East Quay, increasing capacity and capabilities at the port and attracting new investment.

The Port of Nigg in Scotland is to receive up to £10 million to develop its Inner East Quay.

“Since acquiring Nigg in 2011, we have invested more than £120 million (€142.6 million) in transforming the facility into a world-class offshore wind super hub, ensuring it remains at the forefront of the energy transition,” said Roy MacGregor, chair of Global Energy Group, which owns and manages the port.

“Strategically positioned to support Scotland’s future offshore wind projects through ScotWind and INTOG, Nigg will drive sustainable job creation and long-term economic prosperity for the Highlands.”

HIE’s investment forms part of the Scottish government’s commitment to invest up to £500 million over five years to develop the nation’s offshore wind supply chain.

The Port of Nigg, on Scotland’s east coast, is seen by developers as a prime location for manufacturing and assembly of offshore wind components. It has a significant track record within Scotland’s offshore wind industry, having managed more than 3.5GW of assets through the facility.

In 2024, high-voltage cable manufacturer Sumitomo Electric Power Cables chose established a £350 million (€416 million) high-voltage cable manufacturing facility in the area – with Nigg serving as the primarily export facility.11.