Eyemouth Harbour Trust has outlined a £250m masterplan to transform the east coast port with a new deep-water facility designed to serve offshore wind, fishing and marine industries.
The project would deliver 700 metres of quayside, 10-metre water depth and two hectares of laydown space alongside potential supply chain development land.
The trust said the masterplan is a 50-year vision to address constraints such as shallow berths and ageing infrastructure while safeguarding the town’s fishing heritage.
Chief executive Christine Bell (pictured) said: “Eyemouth’s history and culture is born from fishing, but its future must also lie in securing opportunities in renewable energy, marine tourism and innovation to deliver a lasting legacy for future generations.
“Eyemouth has been a working harbour for more than 250 years, and with this masterplan, we’re making sure it stays that way, not just surviving, but thriving.”
The harbour’s location close to projects licensed by Crown Estate Scotland positions it to support offshore wind supply chain growth in Scotland and northern England, the trust added.
If delivered, the plans could generate over £20m in annual gross value added, safeguard fishing jobs, create new roles and boost tourism and skills.
Construction could begin later this decade subject to funding and approvals, with the earliest operational date pencilled for 2031.
Scottish Secretary Ian Murray said: “The Eyemouth Harbour Masterplan launch is a key milestone towards delivering a significant transformation of the town’s quayside and I welcome this vision to boost economic growth in the area and help deliver the UK’s clean energy revolution.”
Scottish Borders councillor Scott Hamilton (pictured, far right) added that the plan would “capitalise on various opportunities and build upon recent investment and regeneration activities”.
South of Scotland Enterprise chair Russel Griggs said: “The Eyemouth Harbour Masterplan offers a massive economic opportunity for Eyemouth and the Scottish Borders, particularly around offshore wind.”