Minor Refurbishment and Upgrade of Point of Fethaland Lighthouse
Full refurbishment of Point of Fethaland Lighthouse on the northern tip of Shetland, including asbestos survey, fence replacement, installation of a new safety gate, and repainting. Materials and equipment will be transported by NLB ship and helicopter; the site is remote and accessible only on foot or by ATV for the final 1.5km.
- Closed2 April 2026
- Value£75k
- BuyerNorthern Lighthouse Board
- WherePoint of Fethaland Lighthouse, northern Shetland
- CategoryConstruction & building works
- RegionScotland
You'll want to look if you have experience with remote lighthouse or similar isolated site work, can manage helicopter logistics, and are comfortable with constrained access and minimal on-site facilities
You'll need
- Asbestos refurbishment/demolition survey competency
- Ability to work in remote location accessible only by helicopter and ATV
Possible incumbent
TRAC HLM Ltd won Dunnet Head and Port Ellen lighthouse refurbishments for this buyer in early 2026. Inferred from prior awards to this buyer, not confirmed.