PICTURES: King Charles' visit to Port of Nigg warmly welcomed by Global Energy Group boss Roy MacGregor as facilities get royal showcase
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THE boss of an Easter Ross port which yesterday received a visit from King Charles welcomed the "fantastic opportunity" to showcase its achievements.
The King was given a tour of the Port of Nigg, which is owned and operated by Global Energy Group (GEG), by the company's chairman, Roy MacGregor.
During the visit to the yard, he was shown its facilities and met with employees and apprentices who work there.
Lord-Lieutenant of Ross and Cromarty, Joanie Whiteford, was also present along with industry stakeholders, representatives from GEG and officials from both the private and public sector.
Mr MacGregor said: "We are honoured to welcome His Majesty to the Port of Nigg. It was a fantastic opportunity for us to showcase the Port of Nigg' achievements, the dedication of our community, and our commitment to being at the forefront of innovation and sustainability."
During the visit, King Charles took the opportunity to interact with the port’s dedicated workforce, who are responsible for ensuring its seamless functionality and the delivery of critical renewable energy developments.
He was also introduced to apprentices and instructors from the Nigg Skills Academy, a “not for profit” training provider based at the ort, offering essential training in engineering, fabrication and welding.
The King’s visit followed in the footsteps of his mother, the late Queen Elizabeth II, who previously visited Nigg in 1974, to witness the site’s development and emergence as a North Sea fabrication powerhouse.
Before leaving, The King was invited to sign the port’s visitors’ book and unveil a plaque to commemorate the visit. He was also presented with a custom tartan scarf made by Black Isle fashion designer, Siobhan Mackenzie, and a bottle of malt whisky from Alness-based Dalmore Distillery.
A spokesman for GEG said the visit "will leave a lasting impact", "fostering new connections and furthering the port's reputation as a centre of excellence in the energy industry."
