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● Thursday November 12, 2026

Had-Fab announced as Forth Green Freeport’s First Investor in Rosyth bringing 50 direct jobs

Had-Fab Limited, one of the UK’s leading metal structure engineering and fabrication companies, is expanding its operations on a 10-acre site at Queensferry One in Rosyth, becoming the first business to invest within the Forth Green Freeport bringing over 50 direct jobs. Following significant contract awards, the East Lothian-based family business initially took 6.1 acres at Queensferry One – the …

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● Monday November 2, 2026

Forth Green Freeport hosts latest virtual political briefing

The Forth Green Freeport hosted its latest virtual political briefing session on Friday 30th October, hosted by FGF Chair, Dame Susan Rice, and FGF Chief Executive, Sarah Murray, as we welcomed MPs, MSPs, advisors and other stakeholders to engage and discuss the latest developments within the Forth Green Freeport. As part of the session, we welcomed partner updates from Andy ...

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● Thursday October 8, 2026

Forth Green Freeport publishes three year business plan

The Forth Green Freeport has published its new three year Business Plan. Read the full Business Plan here. Forth Green Freeport Chair, Dame Susan Rice DBE, said: "Forth Green Freeport (FGF) is firmly in delivery mode. To ensure we achieve our objectives and measure their impact effectively, we have developed a three-year business plan. The plan has been approved and ...

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● Wednesday September 23, 2026

Forth Ports invests in local talent for global trade with 20 new apprentices and graduates

Forth Green Freeport partner, Forth Ports, has welcomed 20 new apprentices and graduates across its UK-wide business, creating rewarding career opportunities in the ports, logistics and maritime sectors while developing the skilled workforce needed to support global trade and long-term growth. Reflecting its focus on local talent, global trade, the company is building accessible career pathways for people in the ...

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● Tuesday September 22, 2026

Edinburgh Airport announces £500million investment plan

Forth Green Freeport partner, Edinburgh Airport, has unveiled the first phase of the largest capital investment programme in its his-tory, with more than £500 million to be invested over the next five years. The multi-year programme will deliver significant improvements across terminal expansion, airport infrastructure, passenger facilities and operational operations, helping prepare Scotland's busiest airport for future growth. First Minister ...

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● Wednesday August 5, 2026

Minister for Business and Fair Work meets Forth Green Freeport to discuss its role in the transition of Grangemouth

The Forth Green Freeport (FGF) welcomed Tom Arthur MSP, Minister for Business and Fair Work, to Forth Valley College in Falkirk to take part in an engaging roundtable discussion with Grangemouth stakeholders on the Freeport's role in driving industrial transformation, supporting Scotland's net zero ambitions, attracting inward investment and creating high-quality employment opportunities. Forth Green Freeport partners including Forth Ports, ...

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● Wednesday June 24, 2026

Forth Ports receives approval for exciting residential waterfront development at Harbour 31 at the Port of Leith

Forth Green Freeport partner, Forth Ports, has been granted approval from the City of Edinburgh Council for a Planning Permission in Principle (PPP) for a 4.7acre waterfront site, forming part of the wider Harbour 31 masterplan at The Port of Leith. The proposed redevelopment of the site will provide in the order of 240-250 new homes including studios, 1, 2 ...

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● Wednesday May 20, 2026

Forth Green Freeport signs IRES 2027+ Pledge

Forth Green Freeport has formally signed the IRES 2027+ Pledge, reaffirming its commitment to investing in skills, employability, fair work and inclusive economic growth across the region. As a catalyst for sustainable industrial transformation, Forth Green Freeport is committed to creating high-quality, fair work opportunities and ensuring that people in the local communities have the skills needed to access emerging roles ...

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● Wednesday May 6, 2026

Scarborough Muir marks first development activity at Queensferry One with sod-cutting ceremony

Scarborough Muir Group (SMG), the joint venture between Scarborough Group International and Dunfermline-based Muir Group, has marked a major milestone at Queensferry One, Rosyth, with a ceremonial sod-cutting event to commence site preparation works. Thanks to the efforts of the Forth Green Freeport steering group, the event, which took place on Tuesday 5th May 2026, represented a turnround in activity ...

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● Wednesday May 6, 2026

Edinburgh Airport delivers £2.7bn boost to Scotland’s economy

Edinburgh Airport delivered £2.7 billion of economic value to Scotland in 2025 and supported almost 44,000 jobs, according to a new independent economic impact report. The study, carried out by BiGGAR Economics, shows the airport’s contribution has grown significantly since 2019, driven by rising passenger numbers, expanding international connectivity and increased investment from the airport’s owners. The analysis found that ...

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