Aquaculture
Aquaculture is a critical growth sector with the potential to sustainably feed future generations.
Hunterston PARC combines scale, infrastructure and connectivity to support long-term aquaculture innovation, local value creation and community benefit.
Development Opportunities
Hunterston PARC offers development-ready land and specialist infrastructure to support Scotland’s growing aquaculture sector, with potential for:
- Finfish farming facilities
- Onshore fish trial units (e.g. feed studies)
- Seaweed production and processing
- Manufacturing and engineering centres of excellence for offshore aquaculture
- Shellfish Centre of Excellence
- Value-added processing for finfish and shellfish
- University-led R&D and lab space for onshore aquaculture innovation
Key site assets, including one of the world’s largest deep-water dry docks, offer a compelling proposition for investment, with marine infrastructure, grid capacity and saltwater access supporting aquaculture innovation at scale.
An Ideal Partner
Hunterston PARC collaborates with key stakeholders including North Ayrshire Council, Scottish Enterprise, Scottish Development International and the University of Strathclyde. Our focus is on partnership, shared vision and unlocking long-term value for your business and for the region.
Cumbrae Oysters
We are proud to partner with Cumbrae Oysters Ltd, a family-run business operating from Hunterston, highlighting the site’s suitability for sustainable aquaculture ventures.
