Ayrshire Post

Going for grain at the Port of Ayr

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The Port of Ayr has opened a 43,00 sq ft bulk grain storage warehouse, the Bute Terminal to support Scotland’s agricultur­al sector. Welcome speeches were delivered by Bill Grant MP, Andrew Harston, Associated British Ports) Regional Director and Andrew Mackay, chief executive at Cefetra Ltd – a major importer of grains. The Bute was built by Minishantb­ased 3b constructi­on.

The terminal is part of a number of enhancemen­ts in port facilities, including cranes and infrastruc­ture. Andrew Harston, ABP’s Regional Director, said he was delighted to open the agri- bulk warehouse. He said: “This developmen­t demonstrat­es our ongoing commitment to supporting South West Scotland’s farming community and helping facilitate economic growth in the region.”

The opening follows ABP’s contract with Cefetra, the leading Scottish trader of grains and animal feed raw materials, which is set to strengthen its position as the agricultur­al trade centre.

 ??  ?? Marquee moment Andrew Harston, Ayr Port boss Stuart Cresswell, Bill Grant and grain king Andrew Mackay
Marquee moment Andrew Harston, Ayr Port boss Stuart Cresswell, Bill Grant and grain king Andrew Mackay

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