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All aboard for new maritime infrastructure projects

UK Power Networks Services has been awarded a framework contract by KBS Maritime, to mastermind future infrastructure projects for the Royal Navy’s base at Portsmouth.

The 500-acre site is home to 60% of the Royal Navy’s surface fleet and a base for visiting warships and submarines. It accommodates up to 17,000 personnel with an extra 700,000 visitors to the city’s historic dockyard.

Under the new two-year agreement, UK Power Networks Services will be in the running for consultation services, to design and assess new projects, and carry out feasibility studies. It will be able to deliver upgrades to the electrical infrastructure serving 900 buildings and over three miles of waterfront.

Paul O’Leary, commercial manager said:

This builds on the success of our recent installation of a new substation on site, which required a special elevated base to protect the integrity of the listed building it is housed in. We work as a trusted partner to the Ministry of Defence and many other organisations, and invest in long-term relationships. This includes helping key clients where the electrical infrastructure supports critical sites of national significance. If and when they have to handle major incidents, the high resilience of our electricity networks are fundamental their success.

KBS Maritime delivers facilities management and alongside services at Portsmouth. It’s total £5.2billion Future Maritime Support Programme employs a framework of contractors and sustains more than 9,400 jobs.

Serena Lewis, commercial director at KBS Maritime said:

The creation of the Multi-disciplinary Supplier Framework covers the full range of professional services and capabilities to deliver Portsmouth Naval Base’s infrastructure investment plans. The benefits include improved supply chain engagement, accelerated timescales for delivery, reduced administration, and enhanced value for money for our customer. In parallel, by attracting local companies and increasing SME participation, together, we will deliver a positive impact for Portsmouth prosperity, demonstrating our commitment to social value.

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