Glasgow port announces £3m boost to wind turbine plans

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Credit: Peel Ports Clydeport

Clydeport has confirmed upgrades to the King George V Dock in Glasgow to improve its ability to handle large wind turbine parts

Port operator Peel Ports Clydeport has confirmed it is to invest £3m in infrastructure upgrades at the King George V Dock in Glasgow, designed to streamline the manoeuvring and processing of large wind...

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