Carlisle-based Cubby Construction has been appointed as the main contractor for the regeneration of Annan Harbour.
Annan Harbour Action Group chose Cubby Construction to deliver the project, backed by the Government’s Levelling Up Fund.
The redevelopment will breathe new life into Annan’s historic harbour basin and the next-door Georgian sandstone warehouse.
Facilities will include a visitor centre and café, maritime heritage centre, event space, leisure lagoon, training and retail space and accessible nature walks.
Cubby Construction is expected to take full possession of the site on April 7, with the main construction programme running for two years.
Cubby Joinery will make bespoke timber elements, including walkways, the Harbour Master’s hut, a bird hide and a ramphitheatre.
Cubby Plant Hire will supply plant, safety fencing, site offices and welfare facilities.
Laidlaw Scaffolding will provide both internal and external scaffolding, while skilled stonemasons from Laidlaw Building will ensure that all stonework is completed to reflect and preserve the site’s heritage character.
Kirk Taylor, managing director at Cubby Construction, said: “Cubby Construction is honoured to be appointed as the main contractor for the regeneration of Annan Harbour. The project represents a significant milestone for the community, and we are proud to play a leading role in delivering it.
“We bring considerable experience in delivering key projects that generate significant social and community value and are committed to delivering a sustainable development that respects the historic character of the harbour.
“Our focus will be on working closely with Annan Harbour Action Group, local stakeholders and the wider community to ensure the works are delivered safely, on time and to the highest quality.”
By its fifth year, the regenerated harbour is expected to attract 11,000 additional visitors to Annan annually and generate an estimated £27 million in socio-economic benefits for the wider area.
