But a Conservative MP has previously questioned the wisdom of letting the company invest in the UK.
Last November, MP Nick Timothy asked UK energy minister Michael Shanks about Ming Yang’s plans to invest in Scotland, saying the government should rule out investment from “hostile states”.
Timothy said Ming Yang “benefits from huge subsidies in China,” adding any investment was subject to “serious questions about energy and national security”.
The UK government’s Energy Secretary, Michael Shanks, said he would “encourage investment”.
In a statement released on Friday, a UK government spokesperson said: “This is one of a number of companies that wants to invest in the UK.
“Any decisions made will be consistent with our national security.”
A Scottish government spokesperson welcomed the news that Ardersier had been chosen as Ming Yang’s preferred location for investment.
“This port is strategically important to the growth and success of the offshore wind sector,” they said.
“This illustrates the strength of opportunity and huge economic potential that the Scottish offshore wind sector offers.
“We recognise that Ming Yang’s investment is subject to a decision from the UK government and look forward to the outcome of that process.”