Leading Northern Ireland-based civil engineering company GRAHAM has successfully constructed a new deep-water riverside berth at the Port of Leith for Scottish operator Forth Ports.

The renewable energy berth, which was formally opened as Charles Hammond Berth in honour of Forth Ports' former Chief Executive on Thursday, April 24, is designed to host the world's largest offshore wind construction vessels and marks a significant step forward in Scotland's pursuit of net-zero emissions.

Discussing the project, Paul Scott, GRAHAM Contracts Director, said: "The completion and grand opening of the Charles Hammond Berth is a proud moment for GRAHAM and a significant step forward for Scotland's renewable energy sector.

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"This complex project highlights our commitment to delivering critical infrastructure that not only meets immediate needs but also unlocks substantial long-term economic benefits for the region. We are delighted to have played a key role in creating a facility that will be instrumental in achieving Scotland's net-zero targets and attracting significant investment and job creation."

The newly engineered heavy-lift berth boasts a robust 100 tonnes per square metre (t/m²) capacity, backed up by 175 acres of adjacent land for associated renewables logistics, marshalling, and manufacturing.

A pivotal asset within a 175-acre site, the design will accommodate Scotland's energy transition plans, boosting local supply chains, creating new, high-quality green jobs, and making a significant contribution to the country achieving its net-zero carbon emissions targets.