Bob Sanguinetti, chief executive of Aberdeen Harbour Board said: “We welcome the agreement between the UK and Scottish Governments regarding green freeports in Scotland, and believe the move will allow a level playing field in port operations across the UK.
“A freeport in the North-east of Scotland will bolster the region’s offering to the offshore renewables sector, increased freight activity, high-end manufacturing and burgeoning cruise industry. We look forward to reviewing the concept of the proposed green freeport ahead of the application process later this year.”