Key Investment Opportunities
Invest in the future of the Highlands
Discover the high-potential sectors driving growth at the Inverness & Cromarty Firth Green Freeport.
From renewable energy and hydrogen to sustainable logistics and life sciences, this is a region primed for innovation, investment, and impact.
Renewable Energy & Offshore Wind
Powering the energy transition.
The Green Freeport is uniquely located to support Scotland’s offshore wind ambitions, with close proximity to ScotWind projects and world-class port infrastructure. This makes it a prime location for:
- Floating and fixed offshore wind technologies
- Subsea cabling and marine energy systems
- Supply chain operations and vessel support
Key opportunities:
OEMs, cable manufacturers, turbine towers, blades, mooring and anchoring systems.
Hydrogen Economy
A growing hub for clean hydrogen.
The region is set to become a national centre for hydrogen production and distribution, supporting Scotland’s drive to net zero.
- Access to renewable energy sources for green hydrogen production
- Infrastructure and transport links to support large-scale distribution
- Fast-growing market demand across energy, transport and industrial sectors
Spotlight: Cromarty Hydrogen Project
Led by ScottishPower and Storegga, this project will use offshore wind to produce green hydrogen — driving decarbonisation and attracting long-term investment.
Sustainable Port and Logistics Operations
Low-carbon logistics with global reach.
With deep-water ports and excellent access to rail, road, and sea, the Green Freeport is ideal for businesses in shipping, logistics, and maritime services.
- Infrastructure ready to support large-scale, sustainable supply chains
- Strategic location for North Sea operations
- Port facilities geared for clean fuel use and carbon reduction
Life Sciences and Innovation
Supporting health, research, and innovation.
The Highlands already has strong life sciences foundations — with growing interest from biotech, diagnostics, and pharmaceutical sectors. The Freeport offers the space, talent, and support to scale up operations in a clean, connected environment.
Why invest here?
Strategic location
Close to major renewable energy developments and international shipping routes
Green infrastructure
Built to support net-zero ambitions across every sector
Talent pipeline
Backed by universities, colleges, and workforce training initiatives
Collaboration opportunities
Active networks across industry, government, and academia
Got a question? Talk to us
Alison Wilson | Investment and Development Manager
