Scottish Government

Realise Potential of Comarty Firth and Nigg Fabrication Yard.

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Contribution to NPF Strategy

• Supports strong, sustainable growth for the benefit of all parts of Scotland.
• Helps to realise the potential of renewable energy resources reduce Scotland's carbon footprint.

2009 onwards - Develop masterplan for diversification of uses as outlined in the "Review of Ports & Sites in the Inner Moray Firth". Consider the need for further Environmental Assessment and Appropriate Assessment work at project level. Protect Natura 2000 sites by ensuring appropriate assessment of the proposal, including assessment of effects in combination with other plans and projects

Lead Partner(s)/Delivery Bodies

May 2010 - Scottish Government, SNH, HIE and Highland Council agreed to gather evidence to better support assessment of the likely impacts of the development aspirations around the Moray Firth on Natura interests

February 2010 - the Scottish Government's National Renewables Infrastructure Plan identifies Nigg as a potential first phase site for the integrated manufacturing of renewable energy devices.