Stornoway Port Authority has awarded a £49m development contract for a new multipurpose terminal geared to offshore and project cargo requirements
The civil contract has been awarded to building and civil engineering firm McLaughlin and Harvey. Work at the Outer Hebridean port is expected to commence shortly and should be completed before the end of 2023.
The Deep Water Terminal will be able to cater for the offshore energy sector, project cargo shipments, outsize loads and general cargo. The main berth would also be suitable for cruise ship calls and can cater for the cargo needs of the local shipyard operated by Harland and Wolff.
The Scottish Government’s Deputy First Minister John Swinney, who chairs the Advisory Board for the project, said: “The development of the Stornoway Deep Water Terminal will be a game changer for the local economy and for Scotland’s aspirations to grow our renewables and cruise sectors. “The Scottish Government has long been supportive of this project, which will create jobs and multiple economic benefits for the Hebrides.
“The terminal is a key element of the Islands Growth Deal and will enable cruise traffic and expansion of the offshore renewables supply chain in the wake of the ScotWind offshore wind leasing round, as well as providing infrastructure for a range of other potential activities.”
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