Powersystems, specialists in high voltage (HV) electrical engineering, are proud to announce a significant milestone in the installation of high voltage direct current (HVDC) cables for the world’s largest offshore wind farm, Dogger Bank Wind Farm. The team has successfully completed a major phase of the HVDC cable installation, a key step in delivering clean, renewable energy from the offshore wind farm to the UK’s national grid.
Key Milestones in Cable Installation
The Dogger Bank Wind Farm project spans three offshore wind sites: Dogger Bank A, Dogger Bank B, and Dogger Bank C, each with a capacity of 1.2 GW. The offshore wind farm will generate up to 3.6 GW of renewable energy, capable of powering up to 6 million UK homes annually by 2026.
The onshore cable installation includes 120 km of HVDC cables that will transport electricity from the landfall at Ulrome in East Riding of Yorkshire to two new converter stations near Beverley. The cables will connect to the existing National Grid substation at Creyke Beck, Cottingham.
Collaborative Effort for a Sustainable Future
Powersystems, a leading provider of high voltage electrical engineering solutions, is working alongside Jones Bros Civil Engineering and local suppliers, including FB Taylors and Collett Transport, to support the Dogger Bank Wind Farm project. Powersystems was awarded the design contract for the 320 kV HVDC onshore cable route and the 400 kV cable route for the project in 2019.
The cable installation process has been carefully planned and executed, involving trenching and drilling techniques to avoid disruption to existing infrastructure. The work includes 37 joint bays and the installation of 4 cables across the Dogger Bank A and B circuits. The project team has successfully met all logistical and technical challenges, ensuring that the cable installation progresses smoothly and without incident.
Proud of Our Partnership and Regional Impact
Chris Jenkins, Managing Director of Powersystems, commented on the ongoing collaboration: “We are incredibly proud to partner with Jones Bros, a leading UK civil engineering contractor. This is our 43rd project with them over the past seven years, a testament to our strong and trusted relationship in delivering successful high voltage engineering solutions.”
The project also highlights Powersystems’ commitment to supporting the regional economy. By partnering with local businesses, including FB Taylors and Collett Transport, Powersystems is contributing to local job creation and economic growth in the East Riding of Yorkshire.
Supporting the UK’s Net Zero Future
As part of the UK’s efforts to achieve net-zero emissions, Dogger Bank Wind Farm will play a pivotal role in expanding the UK’s offshore wind capacity. This project is the first of its kind to utilise high voltage direct current (HVDC) transmission technology, which efficiently transmits electricity over long distances. Powersystems’ work on this project will help bring clean, renewable energy to homes and businesses across the UK.
The completion of the HVDC cable installation is a significant step towards the full operation of Dogger Bank A and B, with offshore construction well underway. The project will utilise the world’s most powerful turbines and the largest installation vessel, marking a significant achievement in the transition to a carbon-free future.
About Powersystems
Powersystems UK is a leading electrical engineering company that specialises in the design, installation, and maintenance of high voltage systems. With extensive experience in offshore and onshore projects, Powersystems plays a crucial role in advancing the UK’s renewable energy infrastructure, including work on key projects like Dogger Bank Wind Farm.
For further information:
- Collett & Sons Ltd: Website
- Dogger Bank Wind Farm: Website
- SSE Renewables: Website
- Equinor: Website
- Eni Plenitude: Website
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- This article is written by Jules Daly, Marketing and Communications Manager at Powersystems.
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Powersystems are powering the transition to a carbon free future
Powersystems is a leading high voltage specialist electrical engineering company with over 48 years of experience. Renowned for its expertise and reliability, Powersystems has become a trusted provider of design, installation, and commissioning services for electrical infrastructure and grid connections across the UK.
As the first Lloyds National Electricity Registration Scheme accredited Independent Connection Provider (ICP), Powersystems has been delivering contestable grid connections at voltages up to 132 kV for 28 years.
Since 2000, Powersystems has successfully connected over 6.1 gigawatts of renewable energy to the UK electricity grid. Our projects span many sectors from onshore and offshore wind, solar energy, tidal and hydroelectric power, electric vehicle infrastructure, as well as generation installations for short-term operating reserves (STOR), combined heat and power (CHP), grid stability initiatives such as rotating stabilisers, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and commercial industrial private wire networks.
In collaboration with partners, Powersystems has connected 30% of all onshore wind farms in the UK, contributing significantly to the nation’s renewable energy capacity to collectively work towards a sustainable future to help the UK achieve Net Zero by 2050.
Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our integrated management systems, which are ISO accredited, and our rigorous approach to health and safety under the ‘Priority No.1’ brand, ensuring best practices across the industry.
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