Rope Access Downy Willow Scion Collection
Location – Merrick, Dumfries & Galloway, Scotland Client – Forestry and Land Scotland https://forestryandland.gov.scot/ Rope Access Downy Willow Scion Collection In 2025, Highland Access Ltd successfully completed a rope access scion collection project for Forestry and Land Scotland on the north face of the Merrick in Dumfries & Galloway. The work formed part of the […]
Rope Access Road Side De-Veg
Location – Highland Region, ScotlandClient – Highland Council Introduction – Rope Access De-Vegetation In October 2024, Highland Access Ltd successfully completed a Rope Access De-vegetation project for the Highland Council. The task involved clearing vegetation near a bridge that obstructed the view of oncoming traffic. This safety-critical work was completed in just one day by […]
Drone blade Inspection Campaign (Sweden)
Location – Multiple Sites Across South SwedenClient – Confidential Introduction- Drone Blade Inspection Campaign (Sweden) In November 2024, Highland Access Ltd successfully completed a drone blade inspection campaign across multiple sites in South Sweden. Over four days, we inspected 30 wind turbines using the DJI Matrice 300 (M300) equipped with our autonomous flight solution. This […]
Rope Access Rhododendron Stem Injection
Location – Arran Client – The National Trust Introduction – Rope Access Rhododendron Stem Injection In February 2024, Highland Access Ltd carried out a week-long rope access rhododendron control project for the National Trust. The work focused on removing and controlling invasive species, including rhododendron, salmonberry, and western hemlocks. The team used rope access rhododendron […]
Rope Access & Drones for Rhododendron Control
Location – Glenborrodale Nature Reserve Client – RSPB Introduction Highland Access Ltd, recently completed an environmental project in one of Lochaber’s temperate rainforest areas. Working for the RSPB, the mission was to remove and control invasive rhododendrons and non-native trees. The project used an innovative blend of drone technology, rope access techniques, and eco-friendly […]
Offshore UAV Coating Inspections
Introduction – Offshore UAV Coating Inspections This case study outlines a collaborative project between Highland Access Ltd and Airtech Integrity Ltd to carry out coating inspections on an offshore wind farm in Scotland. Utilising advanced drone technology, the project brought both efficiency and innovation to the maintenance of offshore energy infrastructures. Project Overview Location: […]
WTG Lightning Protection Testing
Introduction Highland Access Ltd, a provider of rope access solutions, was approached to address issues with the lightning protection systems on their Nordex N90 wind turbines. The previous inspection failed to identify critical faults, resulting in turbine damage caused by lightning strikes. This case study highlights the importance of regular lightning protection system inspections and […]
Drones for Deer Detection
Introduction Highland Access Ltd is a provider of innovative drone solutions. This case study explores the implementation of drone technology. specifically, the DJI M300 equipped with the Zenmuse H20t quad sensor payload, for detecting deer in new forestry plantations. By leveraging this technology, Highland Access Ltd aims to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve the […]