Port of Nigg - new Gaelic-rooted name revealed as £30 million-plus growth plans approved
“Our new name reflects our heritage and our ambition to shape the future of energy across multiple sectors” – Yoshihiro Hayakawa, Maraen CEO
Plans for £30 million-plus of investment at the Port of Nigg have been given the green light.
The move comes as three North-east energy businesses unite under a new brand. Maraen brings together the capabilities of Port of Nigg, Global Energy (Group) and Global Energy Services.
The rebrand follows the acquisition of the businesses by subsidiaries of Japanese giant Mitsui in 2025.
The investment of more than £30m will significantly enhance port capacity and operational capability, supporting inbound and outbound logistics for offshore wind and wider energy sector projects. It is also expected to attract new projects and customers to the facility, stimulating further investment and supporting job creation across the supply chain.
Yoshihiro Hayakawa, chief executive of Maraen, said: “This is a defining moment for our business. Our new name, Maraen - combining ‘Mara’, the Gaelic word for ‘of the sea’, and ‘en’ for energy - reflects our heritage and our ambition to shape the future of energy across multiple sectors.
“Bringing our capabilities together under one brand strengthens our position as an integrated energy infrastructure solutions provider, allowing us to deliver at a greater scale and invest with confidence in long-term growth for our customers, communities and wider stakeholders.
“The final investment decision on the eastern inner dock quay demonstrates that ambition, underlining our commitment to supporting complex, large-scale projects across oil and gas, offshore wind and nuclear, and positioning Maraen at the forefront of international energy infrastructure.”
Rory Gunn, facilities director at Maraen Port of Nigg, added: “This targeted investment will bolster Maraen Port of Nigg, increasing both our capacity and capability to support large-scale energy projects. The new quay will boost our ability to handle complex, simultaneous operations and meet the growing demands from the energy industry.
“By continuing to invest in our infrastructure, we are reinforcing our position as a leading UK energy port - trusted by developers to deliver the scale, efficiency and reliability required to support the energy industry now and into the future.”
With planning consent and marine licence already secured, construction of the new heavy-duty quay is due to commence soon.
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