A MAJOR project to deepen large parts of Lerwick harbour to a depth of 10 metres is making good progress, according to those involved in the £3.2 million contract. Teams from global dredging and marine projects company Boskalis Westminster Ltd have been working in Lerwick harbour since June this year. Describing the ongoing work as a “fantastic project”, Lerwick Port Authority chief executive Calum Grains said the harbour had to continue to evolve to stay competitive and attract new business. The access to Mair’s Pier will also be widened to allow larger cruise liners to turn in this part of the harbour before berthing. Following similar work carried out back in 2007/08 when the harbour was dredged to nine metres depth, Grains said the work would make the port’s capabilities fit for the future.