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New man at helm of Montrose Port Authority

Nicholas Scott-Gray.
Nicholas Scott-Gray.

The new chief executive of Montrose Port Authority will target further growth in North Sea oil and gas work when he takes the helm next month.

Nicholas Scott-Gray has been named as successor to retiring chief executive John Paterson, who is credited with successfully revitalising the north-east port’s fortunes.

Mr Scott-Gray, who will take up his post in early May, said he wanted to build on Montrose’s status as a hub for the energy sector.

“I am delighted to be taking over the helm at Montrose Port Authority at a time when it is enjoying strong growth and where it is now firmly established as an important North Sea shipping and logistics hub,” Mr Scott-Gray said.

“I am looking forward to the challenge of continuing this expansion to bring further economic benefits to Montrose and the local economy.”

The 48-year-old has more than a quarter of a century’s worth of experience within the sector and was previously port manager at Leith and Grangemouth.

His most recent role was as business development manager for Forth Ports Ltd where he developed the company’s commercial strategy to develop assets including Dundee Port.

A reception in honour of Mr Paterson, 67, was held at the port on Monday.

During his nine years in charge, turnover doubled from £2.4 million to £4.8m, the annual tonnage of shipping visiting the port exceeded two million for the first time and the number of oil and gas vessels coming alongside has more than doubled.

The improved performance came on the back of two multi-million-pound projects overseen by Mr Paterson and his team to upgrade the quayside on the north and south of the estuary.

An £8.5m investment in the south dock was completed in 2011 and upgrades to berths six and seven on the north side of the river were completed at a further cost of £6m last year.

Mr Paterson took the opportunity to wish his successor well.

“Nicholas has an impressive track record in port management and development, which will stand Montrose in good stead for the next stage of its expansion,” he said.

“We have a superb workforce and the local businesses that rely upon the port have always been tremendously supportive and open to new ideas and innovations.”

Authority chairman Nick Bradford added: “Nicholas brings the experience and knowledge necessary to ensure Montrose builds upon its position as one of Scotland’s leading ports.

“I would also like to thank John for his superb leadership in driving the port forward and wish him well for his retirement.”