Industries
Why choose Inverness & Cromarty Firth Green Freeport?
The Inverness & Cromarty Firth Green Freeport is more than a strategic location - it’s a catalyst for high-growth industries driving the UK’s clean energy and innovation agendas.
With world-class infrastructure, a skilled workforce and unmatched proximity to emerging markets, this is where forward-thinking businesses are choosing to invest, build and thrive.
Renewable energy and offshore wind
The UK’s #1 location for offshore wind growth
Positioned near the vast ScotWind leasing areas in the North Sea, the Green Freeport is at the forefront of Europe’s offshore wind revolution.
- Direct access to ScotWind projects
A prime gateway to Scotland’s next-generation wind farms, ensuring supply chain efficiency and reduced costs. - World-class infrastructure
Deep-water, sheltered ports designed for turbine assembly, maintenance and deployment. - Skilled workforce and innovation
A strong talent base and advanced research ecosystem driving floating wind and grid solutions. - Green energy ecosystem
Integrated with hydrogen production, energy storage and sustainable logistics.
For offshore wind businesses, this is more than a location - it’s your launchpad for a sustainable energy future.
Life sciences and biotechnology
A new frontier for health and medical innovation.
Scotland’s life sciences sector is thriving - and the Green Freeport offers a unique environment for biotech, medical research and pharmaceutical innovation.
- Strategic location and connectivity
Direct access to UK and European markets, research hubs and funding networks. - Collaborative R&D opportunities
Partner with leading universities and research institutions in regenerative medicine and diagnostics. - Advanced biomanufacturing environment
Supportive infrastructure for high-tech production of biologics, pharmaceuticals, and other advanced therapies. - Sustainable health innovation
Benefit from renewable energy, low-carbon supply chains and ESG-aligned practices.
With a progressive ecosystem and world-class support, the Highlands is becoming a life sciences powerhouse.
