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Peterhead Port Authority operates the UK's most unique all-purpose, all-weather port 24/7/365.

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With more than 3km of berthing space at depths of up to 14m, we have a proud record of directly providing and supporting the provision of first-class facilities and services for the fisheries, oil and gas, renewables and leisure sectors.

We continue to build on our long-standing status as the country's biggest white fish and pelagic port, most recently opening a new state-of-the-art fish market, deepening the adjacent North Basin and reconstructing the surrounding quaysides.

Our Clients

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Our clients operate in a remarkably broad range of sectors, from energy (oil and gas, renewables) through fisheries to commercial (agricultural and timber products) and leisure (cruise-ships, small-boat marina).
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Port Services

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Port services include port control, pilotage, towage, ship lift, slipway, drydock, weighbridge and property for lease.
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Shiplift

Shiplift

Peterhead’s state-of-the-art shiplift can accommodate vessels weighing up to 2,000 tonnes for inspection, repair, maintenance or survey.
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Slipway

Slipway

Peterhead Port is home to a slipway which has four berths.
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Drydock

Drydock

The drydock is adjacent to the shiplift. It handles vessels up to 57.9m in length, 10.6m wide and with a maximum draft of 4.5m.
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Experienced Contractors

Experienced Contractors

Peterhead has a maritime tradition stretching back over 300 years. This association with shipping has encouraged a wide range of support companies to set up business in the town.
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Peterhead Ice

Peterhead Ice

Suppliers of bulk flake ice to the fishing industry and business sector of north-east Scotland
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Port Areas

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The port is comprised of 11 distinct areas – North Harbour, Port Henry Basin, Albert Quay, Merchant's Quay, North Base, Princess Royal Jetty, South Base, Tanker Jetty and Peterhead Bay Marina.
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Latest News

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27 NOV 24

Board approves introduction of E-auction

The Board of Peterhead Port Authority (PPA) has approved the introduction of an Electronic Auction within the fish market.
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08 OCT 24

Port CEO issues Budget warning to government on energy transition

The boss of Peterhead Port told MPs and renewable company bosses today that he has never been so excited about the energy opportunities in the North Sea – but warned the UK Government not to kill off the oil and gas sector that will be needed to make the
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