Ardersier Energy Transition Facility
An ideal site for large-scale manufacturing, storage, marshalling, fabrication, integration, assembly and maintenance operations.
The UK’s largest brownfield port is being redeveloped into Scotland’s largest offshore wind development facility on the North Sea coast, capable of hosting and supporting gigawatt-scale projects.
Ardersier Energy Transition Facility is well suited for the entire offshore wind supply chain, offering extensive land, deep-water access and close proximity to major wind farms.
- Revamped port opening 2025
Set to open in the second half of 2025, with proposed future expansion plans for a site of approximately 500 acres to support offshore wind deployment.
Backed by private capital investment enabling continued growth
- £300m capital commitment from US investment firm Quantum Energy Partners in 2023
- £100m joint credit facility from Scottish National Investment Bank and UK Infrastructure Bank in 2024
Site features
141.6ha
Landside area
160m
Wide channel, dredged to 12.4m CD, accommodates large vessels
25t/m²
Quayside bearing capacity, supporting heavy equipment and materials
650m+
Quay length, 420m main quay and 80m Ro/Ro capable berth
1km+
Potential to develop 1km+ of Quay Wall based on client
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Alison Wilson | Investment and Development Manager
