NPF2 Action Programme – Action 11

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Action

Create international container transhipment facility at Scapa Flow, Orkney.

NPF2 Paragraph Reference

105, 127, 217, 238, Map 10, Annex- National Development 8

Contribution to NPF Strategy

  • Contributes to a wealthier and stronger Scotland.
  • Strengthens global links.
  • Supports strong, sustainable economic growth.
  • Helps to reduce Scotland's carbon footprint and facilitates adaptation to climate change.
  • Expands opportunities for communities by promoting good connectivity.
MilestonesPost 2009 - Submission of planning application(s), Harbour Order Application, environmental assessment , appropriate assessment, associated environmental works and supporting landside infrastructure. Define detailed scheme level mitigation measures including design to protect water quality and avoid effects on marine heritage resources. Work with shipping sector to minimise the effects of shipping activity and reduce emissions.

Lead Partner(s)/Delivery Bodies

Operator
Orkney Islands Council, Highlands and Islands Enterprise, Transport Scotland.
Progress

OIC is proposing a Strategic Business Development Area around Hoy, Farra and Flotta which is suitable for the container transhipment facility and other large scale business development, in particular opportunities which support development of marine renewables resources in the Pentland Firth and Orkney Waters.

Analysis undertaken for OIC in 2009 indicates that there is no compelling business case for the container transhipment facility in the short term future, although more fully utilising the deep water at Scapa Flow remains a longer term aspiration.

Orkney Islands Council publishes it's Draft Development Brief for the Lyness Development Area on October 5, 2010, consultation ends November 26, 2010.

April 15, 2011 - Orkney Islands Council has identified a Strategic Development Area around Hoy, Farra and Flotta in the Proposed Local Development Plan. This area is identified as a key strategic area for potential renewables related development but could also facilitate a container transhipment facility. There is a requirement for a development brief to be prepared for the area to ensure that the long term strategic potential of the location is safeguarded.

Page updated: Tuesday, July 05, 2011