Anchor connectors
Anchor connectors link the anchor to the mooring line.
Description of Manufacturing Process
Padeyes, shackles and basic connectors are generally cast before being milled to final dimensions and tolerances
Description of Supply Chain
Generally a commodity component purchased by the anchor manufacturer or mooring system designer
Scottish Opportunity
Relevance to Scottish Supply Chain: Medium
Scottish companies would have to compete with established commodity suppliers who may cast and machine in-house. There may be some opportunity for Scottish suppliers if particularly bespoke designs are required.
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