Construction News
27/01/2025
Port Of Aberdeen Diversifies To Drive Energy Transition
The Port of Aberdeen, one of the UK's oldest existing businesses, is undergoing a significant transformation, diversifying its operations to support the energy transition and drive sustainable economic growth.
For over 900 years, the port has played a crucial role in the city's economy, evolving from its historical roots in textiles and shipbuilding to become a major hub for the North Sea oil and gas industry.
Now, the port is embracing new opportunities in renewable energy, trade, and tourism.
"We have been at the heart of Aberdeen for almost 900 years, evolving with the city as its industries ebbed and flowed," said Bob Sanguinetti, CEO of Port of Aberdeen. "Now, we are driving the energy transition and decarbonisation with our customers."
The recent opening of South Harbour has unlocked significant potential for the port, enabling it to expand its operations across various sectors, including renewables, decommissioning, and cargo handling.
The port is actively working with government and private sector partners to leverage its strategic position and contribute to Scotland's net-zero ambitions.
By championing diversification, the Port of Aberdeen aims to ensure a sustainable and prosperous future for the region.
For over 900 years, the port has played a crucial role in the city's economy, evolving from its historical roots in textiles and shipbuilding to become a major hub for the North Sea oil and gas industry.
Now, the port is embracing new opportunities in renewable energy, trade, and tourism.
"We have been at the heart of Aberdeen for almost 900 years, evolving with the city as its industries ebbed and flowed," said Bob Sanguinetti, CEO of Port of Aberdeen. "Now, we are driving the energy transition and decarbonisation with our customers."
The recent opening of South Harbour has unlocked significant potential for the port, enabling it to expand its operations across various sectors, including renewables, decommissioning, and cargo handling.
The port is actively working with government and private sector partners to leverage its strategic position and contribute to Scotland's net-zero ambitions.
By championing diversification, the Port of Aberdeen aims to ensure a sustainable and prosperous future for the region.
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