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Find out more about the largest fishing port in Europe and an important base for servicing a varied range of commercial traffic.
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Peterhead Port Authority operates the UK's most unique all-purpose, all-weather port 24/7/365.

With more than 3km of berthing space at depths of up to 14m, we have a proud record of directly providing and supporting the provision of first-class facilities and services for the fisheries, oil and gas, renewables and leisure sectors.

We continue to build on our long-standing status as the country's biggest white fish and pelagic port, most recently opening a new state-of-the-art fish market, deepening the adjacent North Basin and reconstructing the surrounding quaysides.

Our Clients

Our clients operate in a remarkably broad range of sectors, from energy (oil and gas, renewables) through fisheries to commercial (agricultural and timber products) and leisure (cruise-ships, small-boat marina).

Port Services

Port services include port control, pilotage, towage, ship lift, slipway, drydock, weighbridge and property for lease.
Shiplift

Shiplift

Peterhead’s state-of-the-art shiplift can accommodate vessels weighing up to 2,000 tonnes for inspection, repair, maintenance or survey.
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Slipway

Slipway

Peterhead Port is home to a slipway which has four berths.
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Drydock

Drydock

The drydock is adjacent to the shiplift. It handles vessels up to 57.9m in length, 10.6m wide and with a maximum draft of 4.5m.
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Experienced Contractors

Experienced Contractors

Peterhead has a maritime tradition stretching back over 300 years. This association with shipping has encouraged a wide range of support companies to set up business in the town.
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Peterhead Ice

Peterhead Ice

Suppliers of bulk flake ice to the fishing industry and business sector of north-east Scotland
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Port Areas

The port is comprised of 11 distinct areas – North Harbour, Port Henry Basin, Albert Quay, Merchant's Quay, North Base, Princess Royal Jetty, South Base, Tanker Jetty and Peterhead Bay Marina.
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Latest News

Vacancy - Pilot Boat

We have a vacancy for a Boatman on the Pilot Boat Blue Toon.
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PPA appoints new Chief Executive Officer

Peterhead Port Authority has appointed a new Chief Executive Officer as it seeks to maximise opportunities in energy transition while continuing to serve traditional industries such as fishing.
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