New man at the helm will look to maintain Scrabster momentum
Scrabster harbour’s new leader will be aiming to build on the success of the port and capitalise on major opportunities in offshore renewables as well as other areas.
Ryan Maclean has been appointed as trust manager and will succeed Sandy Mackie, who is retiring after 15 years at the helm.
Mr Maclean, currently a senior operations manager with Tesco Business Solutions, will take up the job in September.
More than £38 million has been invested in improved infrastructure and facilities at Scrabster since 2011.
“I am honoured to be appointed as the new trust manager of Scrabster harbour,” Mr Maclean said.
“This port has a rich history and a vital role in the region’s economy, and I am excited to build on the impressive legacy left by Sandy Mackie.
“I look forward to working with the dedicated team at the harbour and the wider community to ensure we capitalise on new opportunities and continue to thrive.”
Harbour Trust chairman Tom Pottinger said: “The trust is delighted to announce the appointment of Ryan Maclean to lead the port and continue the success Scrabster already enjoys.
“Later this year the harbour trust will announce record results for the financial year 2023/24. Indeed, we have achieved record revenues in eight of the past 10 years.
“That success reflects the trust’s strategy, good management and past investment in port infrastructure.
“In Ryan we have secured a new leader with broad management experience and I am delighted that Scrabster gives him the opportunity to return to Caithness to further his career. I look forward to his contribution towards the challenge of maintaining our current momentum.
“With new major opportunities arising in areas such as offshore wind, these prospects, together with our traditional strengths, improved capacity and facilities and strategic location, mean a bright future for Scrabster harbour.”