Morgan Sindall Infrastructure has been awarded a pivotal contract to enhance transmission infrastructure for Norfolk’s offshore windfarms.
- The project will increase generating capacity by 3.96GW, vital for meeting UK’s growing energy demand.
- It aligns with the nation’s goal for a net zero transmission network.
- Morgan Sindall will work on overhead line construction in Breckland district, mid-Norfolk.
- This undertaking is part of the broader strategy to enable new renewable energy sources.
Morgan Sindall Infrastructure has recently been entrusted with the Necton overhead line contract by National Grid, a significant development in supporting the offshore windfarms off the Norfolk coast. This contract is essential for strengthening the region’s energy infrastructure, specifically enhancing connections to three major offshore wind farms and associated power stations.
As part of the Breckland district initiative in mid-Norfolk, the upcoming infrastructure is designed to escalate the generating capacity by an impressive 3.96GW. Such an increase is critical to address the surging demand for energy and supports the United Kingdom’s strategic ambition to achieve a net zero transmission network.
The European energy firm, Vattenfall, has crafted plans for a Norfolk Offshore Wind Zone, which includes three wind farms off the county’s coast. This ambitious project will necessitate upgrades to the Necton substation, and Morgan Sindall’s task to divert existing overhead infrastructure and install new towers is pivotal in facilitating this expansion.
Morgan Sindall Infrastructure remarked that securing the contract enhances its stance in the overhead line sector. The firm stated the project presents “an excellent opportunity to test and refine [its] growing arsenal of plant and equipment”, highlighting the firm’s commitment to innovation and operational efficiency. Collaboration with the substation contractor is also emphasised, showcasing a commitment to seamless project execution.
Peter Kirk, managing director for energy and water at Morgan Sindall Infrastructure, expressed pride in being part of this contract, indicating it demonstrates National Grid’s trust in their capabilities and their dedication to the UK’s vision for a sustainable energy future. Kirk highlighted that the Necton project is pivotal to National Grid’s broader strategy of evolving the UK’s electrical infrastructure in preparation for the energy transition.
Additionally, Morgan Sindall Infrastructure is a key player in National Grid’s Great Grid Partnership, which includes a series of high-value investments across numerous projects to prepare the UK’s transmission infrastructure for increased electricity demand and enable power from emerging renewable sources.
The Necton project stands as a crucial component in advancing the UK’s electrical infrastructure to support a sustainable energy future.
