Tulloch Developments has confirmed it is to build a new jetty in the Shetland Islands area.
The £16.5m contract will see the firm create the structure for Lerwick Port Authority. The 800m jetty, located at Holmsgarth North, will allow for deeper berthing and a larger working area for the local fishing fleet, it has been said.
Arch Henderson LLP will design and project manage the scheme.
Work is expected to begin on site before Christmas, with a scheduled completion date of autumn 2016. Around 50 jobs will be created during the construction phase.
Sandra Laurenson, Chief Executive of the Port Authority, said: "The jetty will be a significant addition to our resources and another example of our versatile facilities.
"While principally benefiting the fishing industry, it will also serve the offshore sector, underlining our commitment to both."
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