Angus is rapidly becoming one of Scotland’s most dynamic clean-energy regions. With world class offshore wind developments, expanding port infrastructure, and a growing skills ecosystem, Angus is positioned at the heart of the country’s transition to a low carbon economy.
Whether you are a global developer, a growing engineering business, or a community looking to benefit from the green transition, Angus offers unmatched opportunities to power the future.
The North Angus Growth Opportunity is a transformational programme positioning Montrose and North Angus as a strategic hub for sustainable economic growth on Scotland’s east coast.
Through coordinated investment in enabling infrastructure, skills and innovation, the initiative is unlocking major development opportunities around Montrose Port, including the Montrose Port Innovation Park and the ZeroFour site.
Together with targeted transport improvements, a new Offshore Wind Skills Academy, and pioneering assets such as the Mercury Drone Port, the programme is creating a highly connected, future‑ready environment for high‑growth sectors including offshore wind, advanced manufacturing, unmanned aerial systems and low‑carbon technologies, strengthening supply chains, attracting inward investment and creating pathways to high‑value jobs.
A strong local supply chain is critical to unlocking the full economic benefits of offshore wind and clean energy.
Angus plays a vital role in achieving this ambition as a key part of the Forth & Tay Offshore (FTO) regional cluster, which underpins the wider Clean Energy Cluster supply chain.
FTO was established to drive growth in offshore energy capacity by actively supporting supply chain development, fostering innovation, and building a highly skilled specialist workforce across the region. Its mission is clear: to accelerate offshore wind expansion through increased investment, deeper collaboration, and targeted skills development that benefits local businesses and communities.
Looking ahead to 2030, the vision is bold. The Forth & Tay region, including Angus, will become a globally competitive offshore supply chain hub, serving local, national, and international markets.
This ambition is backed by a powerful partnership network, including Angus, Dundee, Fife, East Lothian and Scottish Borders councils, major developers, enterprise agencies, and key infrastructure assets such as the Port of Montrose.
By strengthening local capability and connection, the region is positioning itself at the forefront of the offshore energy transition.
Seagreen is Scotland’s largest operational offshore wind farm, located 27 km off the Angus coast.
It includes 114 turbines with a generating capacity of 1,075 MW, producing enough renewable electricity to power two thirds of Scottish homes.
Seagreen is maintained from Montrose Port’s Operations & Maintenance (O&M) base, securing long term investment and job creation for the region.
The Inch Cape Offshore Wind Farm, located 15 km off the Angus coastline, is one of Scotland’s largest clean energy projects at nearly 1.1 GW.
It will operate from a purpose built base constructed by local contractor, Pert Bruce, at Montrose Port, supporting 50 long-term skilled roles and strengthening Angus’ position in the renewable energy supply chain.
Montrose Port’s strategic location, deep water berths, and industry-leading infrastructure have made it a critical O&M base for both Seagreen and Inch Cape.
As the largest chain and anchor port in Europe and operating 24/7, the port provides ideal facilities for offshore service and logistics operations.
Montrose has also invested significantly in clean energy infrastructure, including shore power systems that allow vessels to cut emissions while docked – making it the first Scottish port to provide such a service at this scale.
Angus offers unmatched advantages for energy and clean growth investors:
Strategic coastal infrastructure with world‑class port facilities.
Access to major offshore projects including Seagreen and Inch Cape.
A rapidly expanding supply chain supported by the Forth & Tay Offshore cluster.
A highly skilled workforce pipeline through the Montrose Ports Skills Academy.
Significant public private investment creating new industrial zones and commercial land.
