The A96 Corridor

The coastal plain between Inverness and Nairn presents a major opportunity at the hub of the Highlands. 

This is a strategic location in the Inner Moray Firth, close to the City and with Assisted Area status.  It combines gently rolling lands, good transport links and a fine environment.  The corridor is the regions most prodigious driver. 

Inverness Airport is promoted as the Highlands prime business and tourist gateway.  Land close to the airport offers a prime opportunity for a first phase of economic developments.  For further information please contact Inverness Airport Business Park

Major investment in upgrading the road and rail networks will be essential to maximise development opportunities.
 
Employment centres exist at Ardersier, Fort George, Morayhill and Dalcross.  Securing a large scale employment use for the redundant oil fabrication yard, which offers modern facilities is a priority.  Although the area has excellent development potential high consideration will be given to protecting the nature conservation value of the Firth.