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The 19th Century listed buildings which previously reflected the importance of Montrose in the world of international trade and shipping have been bought by Montrose Port Authority (MPA) for a six figure sum. Situated on the Port’s north quayside, the imposing B-listed Customs House and Granary Store was previously owned by the Stonehaven-based engineering firm, Whittaker Group which planned to Read more...
September 29, 2023

MPA embarks on bold restoration initiative for iconic Customs House and Granary Store

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Montrose Harbour East of Scotland CHART 1438 Notice of Dredge Campaign Complete Notice is hereby given that dredging operations were completed on 26th September 2023. Ross Marshall,Harbour Master 27th September 2023 MONTROSE PORT AUTHORITY, HARBOUR OFFICE, SOUTH QUAY, FERRYDEN, MONTROSE, DD10 9SL  Read more...
September 27, 2023

NOTICE TO MARINERS NO.5 2023

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Montrose Harbour East of Scotland CHART 1438 Notice of Dredge Campaign Notice is hereby given that on Friday 22nd September 2023 dredging operations will commencein the navigable channel between Scurdieness Lighthouse and the Inner Harbour. These willcontinue for up to 5 days. Mariners are requested to navigate with caution and give the dredger UKD Marlin as wide aberth as possible Read more...
September 18, 2023

NOTICE TO MARINERS NO.4 2023

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The Coaster Construction Co. Ltd. on Rossie Island shipyard resumed work after the New Year holidays in January, 1926 by launching the motor vessel Kybra built to the order of the Western Australia State Shipping Service. She was designed for the coastal trade as a passenger cargo ship from Fremantle round the south coast to Eucla. Of 858-ton gross, 204 Read more...
September 14, 2023

Little Aussie Towed Disabled Freighter

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Montrose Port Authority has announced an exceptional increase in growth this past year, exceeding previous financial milestones. The port’s performance in the 2022/23 financial year has seen a significant turnover increase with a 10% rise in vessel numbers and 31% upturn in gross tonnage. A 34% boost in revenue compared to the previous year signifies the highest revenue outcome ever Read more...
August 29, 2023

MPA celebrates remarkable growth as economic impact to region revealed

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