Following the delivery of modular site offices to our main construction compound north of Leavenheath (CO10 5LX), internal fit out works are due to take place on Saturday 30 and Sunday 31 August.
This activity will involve a small team working inside the newly installed modular units, which are located to the far western side of the construction compound (away from the A134).
We welcome the continued positive intent from Ofgem on the design of the framework. The commitment to an £80 billion investment plan in the electricity transmission sector, recognition of the need for urgency in delivery, and the changes Ofgem have made to the financial package since the Sector Specific Methodology Decision are all valuable steps forward.
To ensure the safety of our workforce and the public while this is carried out, traffic management measures will be in place on 22 August 2025 between 09:30 and 15:00. The work will be carried out by Balfour Beatty on behalf of National Grid.
During this period, temporary traffic lights will be in place to support safe working. Advance warning signs will be displayed, and the work area will be clearly marked with cones and barriers.
National Grid has completed the award of its High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) civil works supply chain framework, with £12bn worth of agreements confirmed. This announcement marks the third and final stage of our £59bn supply chain framework awards and underlines the commitment to delivering the energy infrastructure needed to support the Great Grid Upgrade and the UK’s energy transition.
After a competitive tender exercise, Nord Pool EMCO has been awarded an agreement as North Sea Link’s service provider from 2026, subject to final regulatory approval.
Since 2021, National Grid and Statnett have partnered with Nord Pool EMCO to run an implicit daily day-ahead auction between Great Britain and Norway. With the current agreement set to expire in September 2026, this new agreement now secures the next phase of North Sea Link operations for a maximum period of 10 years.
Nod y prosiect hwn ym Mharc Cenedlaethol Eryri yw lleihau effaith weledol llinell uwchben National Grid ar draws Aber Afon Dwyryd o Finffordd i Landecwyn.
Mae cau'r hawl tramwy cyhoeddus dros dro wedi'i gytuno gyda Chyngor Gwynedd ac mae'n angenrheidiol er diogelwch y cyhoedd a'n tîm tra bod contractwyr arbenigol yn cynnal gwaith ymchwilio tir ar ran National Grid.
The VIP project in Eryri National Park aims to reduce the visual impact of National Grid’s overhead line across the Dwyryd Estuary from Minffordd to Llandecwyn.
The temporary closure of the public right of way has been agreed with Cyngor Gwynedd and is necessary for the safety of the public and our team whilst specialist contractors carry out ground investigation works on behalf of National Grid.
The 300MW Thurrock Storage project, developed by Statera Energy, is now energised and delivering electricity flexibly to the network across London and the south east.
The next phase of Openreach's work will take place between 18 and 27 August. To minimise disruption, these works will take place outside of normal working hours.
Traffic management measures will be in place on a section of the A134 between the B1068 and Marshalls Greens junctions whilst the works are carried out. This will include the use of temporary two-way traffic signals.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
The Hinkley Connection Project has achieved a significant milestone with the safe removal of a temporary pylon at the midpoint of the new overhead line route in Somerset.
