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The National
7 days ago
- Business
- The National
£150m green energy site proposed for Ayrshire coal terminal
Clydeport — part of Peel Ports Group, the UK's second largest port operator — has exchanged an option agreement with Statkraft, a European firm, to explore the potential development at its Hunterston PARC (Port and Resource Campus) site. The proposed facility would be used for the production, storage and export of hydrogen. Linked to the existing jetty at the site via pipeline, it will allow hydrogen to be exported from the UK on vessels in the form of ammonia. READ MORE: Scottish Government scraps plans for national park in Galloway Lewis McIntyre, managing director of Port Services at Peel Ports Group, said: 'This is a very exciting new development for Hunterston — hydrogen is vital to the energy transition, and we're proud to play our part in making such a development possible here on the west coast of Scotland. 'It is testament to Hunterston's vast potential to house a range of innovative renewables projects. 'Not only are we bringing a brownfield site back into economic use, it will contribute massively to inward investment and job creation in a region that desperately needs it.' The development of the facility has been seen as an investment in the area, creating and supporting jobs within the Ayrshire economy. Stuart Marley, Statkraft's principal hydrogen project manager, said: 'Hunterston is an ideal home for this facility, given its location and outstanding infrastructure. 'Hydrogen is an important tool in addressing the emissions from carbon-intensive industries, and we look forward to progressing our plans for the site.' READ MORE: Plans shelved for a controversial energy plant in Scottish Borders town There are several renewables projects at advanced stages at Hunterston, including the UK's first undersea energy cable factory, a liquid air energy storage facility and an onshore aquaculture facility. Peel Ports Group has been granted planning permission for the £150m redevelopment of the site's marine yard, which it intends to use to house a facility supporting offshore wind developments. Though currently in talks with several developers already, the company is open to proposals for alternative uses for the marine yard. Discussions are underway with several more potential customers, with the entire Hunterston site on track to generate £3.5bn in inward investment and create over 5,000 jobs.
The Herald Scotland
7 days ago
- Business
- The Herald Scotland
European energy giant to build hydrogen facility in Scotland
Statkraft, Europe's largest generator of renewable energy, has proposed the development of a green hydrogen facility at Hunterston, the former coal terminal in Ayrshire. Clydeport – part of Peel Ports Group, the UK's second largest port operator – has exchanged an option agreement with Statkraft to explore the potential development at its Hunterston PARC (Port and Resource Campus) site. The proposed facility would be used for the production, storage and export of hydrogen. Linked to the existing jetty at the site via pipeline, it will allow hydrogen to be exported from the UK on vessels in the form of ammonia. Lewis McIntyre, managing director - port services at Peel Ports Group, said: 'This is a very exciting new development for Hunterston – hydrogen is vital to the energy transition, and we're proud to play our part in making such a development possible here on the west coast of Scotland. 'It is testament to Hunterston's vast potential to house a range of innovative renewables projects. Not only are we bringing a brownfield site back into economic use, it will contribute massively to inward investment and job creation in a region that desperately needs it.' Stuart Marley, Statkraft's principal hydrogen project manager, said: 'Hunterston is an ideal home for this facility, given its location and outstanding infrastructure. Hydrogen is an important tool in addressing the emissions from carbon-intensive industries, and we look forward to progressing our plans for the site.' There are several renewables projects at advanced stages at Hunterston, including XLCC's UK-first undersea energy cable factory, Highview Power's world's largest Liquid Air Energy Storage (LAES) facility, and Bakkafrost's onshore aquaculture facility. Peel Ports Group has been granted planning permission for the £150m redevelopment of the site's marine yard, which it intends will house a facility to support offshore wind developments. Although it is currently in talks with several developers already the company is open to proposals for alternative uses for the marine yard. Talks are under way with several more potential customers, with the entire Hunterston site said to be on track to generate £3.5 billion in inward investment and create over 5,000 jobs.
Irish Post
22-04-2025
- Business
- Irish Post
Peel Ports Group appoints five Irish firms in major infrastructure deal
PEEL Ports Group, the UK's second-largest port operator, has appointed 18 contractors to deliver infrastructure works across its UK and Irish port portfolio for up to eight years — with five Irish or Irish-linked companies making the cut. The firms include Charles Brand, a Belfast-based civil engineering specialist known for marine works, dredging, and harbour development; and J Murphy & Sons, a company with historical roots in Ireland and active operations in Dublin, which specialises in tunnelling, rail, and utility infrastructure. John Graham Construction, part of the Co. Down-headquartered GRAHAM Group, is also on the list. The firm has a track record in delivering large-scale transport, marine, and civil engineering projects. Also included is Lagan Aviation & Infrastructure, part of Belfast's Lagan Group, which typically undertakes airport runways, marine infrastructure, and heavy civils work. Completing the Irish contingent is McLaughlin & Harvey, a longstanding player with offices in both Belfast and Glasgow, and a portfolio that spans marine works, port upgrades, and large-scale logistics infrastructure. Peel Ports says the framework will support a broad range of construction and engineering works across its entire estate — including Liverpool, Heysham, the Manchester Ship Canal, London Medway, Clydeport, Great Yarmouth and Dublin Port. The appointment signals a significant opening for Irish civil engineering firms to expand their presence in key logistics hubs across these islands. On announcing the appointments, Lewis McIntyre, Managing Director – Port Services at Peel Ports Group, stated: 'We're pleased to announce the 18 contractors who have been selected to carry out this important work across our ports in the UK and Ireland. This rigorous procurement process has allowed us to select the very best regional and national partners, who will support the ongoing development of our network of logistics hubs.' The total value of the Peel Ports Group construction framework is confirmed to be up to £750 million. The engineering works range from specialist marine infrastructure — including piling, quay walls, berthing structures, lock maintenance, and RoRo facilities — to supporting services such as drainage, road and car park construction, earthworks, ground remediation, and warehouse construction and maintenance.
