Focus on energy on the Forth

Ewan Gibbs is taking to the waves in a boat tour tracing and assessing the history of energy extraction around the Forth.

With a growing reputation as a historian of energy, industry, class, work and protest, Gibbs’ current research focuses on how the production and consumption of energy has pivotally shaped employment, politics and economic change.

The tour of contemporary North Sea oil facilities and important renewable energy sites will take in a passage of the Forth Bridges and Queensferry Crossing and generate debates amongst tour participants around achieving a just transition towards a sustainable economy for workers and communities.

The Energy Infrastructure Boat Tour is on Saturday 11th July, with participants needing to book in advance and to arrive at 10.50 for an 11.15 departure at Port Edgar Marina, South Queensferry, EH30 9SQ.

You’ll be back at the marina at 14.15. Booking your place is essential (and the cost is £20 plus a booking fee … click here for more information).

Published 3 July 2026