Up to 180 new jobs at Highland yard to support Dogger Bank Wind Farm

BBC Scotland Wednesday 12 August 2026, 12:47 UTC 1 min read

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Nigg in Easter Ross is to be used as a marshalling harbour for the world's largest wind farm.

Highland (LOCATION) Dogger Bank Wind Farm Nigg (ORG) Easter Ross (LOCATION)

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