Arnish

Arnish is the development of a major manufacturing yard to support the expanding renewable energy sector. The project includes re-cladding of the existing 12,000 square metre fabrication facility using advanced technology materials. The buildings tenants, BiFab, a fabrication company operating in both the renewables and oil and gas sectors anticipate that the upgrade will enable the facility to grow their already important position in the renewables and heavy engineering sectors.

Among a range of contracts, BiFab will build the full scale prototype of Scotland's most advanced tidal turbine for Hammerfest Strom which will be deployed at the European Marine Energy Centre (EMEC).

HIE is supporting the development of Arnish as a long-term strategic location for renewable supply-chain activities.

The Outer Hebrides have an abundant of natural resource attracting developers and investors to the area. The islands hold an ambition to become a global player in renewable energy generation and manufacturing with supply chain activities identified as a key driver for developing the area's economy.