Nuclear
We understand how critical a reliable power supply is both during construction and ongoing operation of a nuclear power station.
The construction of new nuclear power plants represent some of the largest and most complex infrastructure projects in the world. Designing and building the electrical infrastructure required to power the construction of these power stations can be a challenging task.
Using our inhouse design and build capabilities we successfully undertook the electrical works and installation of electrical supplies to enable the construction of Hinkley Point C. This involved the construction, design, management, supply, installation, commissioning and testing of the electricity network, incoming supplies and other remedial works.
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Hinkley Point C
Hinkley Point C is the first nuclear power station constructed in the UK in over 30 years.
Read moreNuclear safety
Hinkley Point C is the first nuclear power station constructed in the UK in over 30 years.
Positioned as the first in a new generation of nuclear power stations in the UK, Hinkley Point C is expected to provide low-carbon electricity for around six million homes.
UK Power Networks Services played a critical role in the decommissioning of the Wylfa nuclear power station by designing and implementing a new, independent electrical distribution system.
Our work prioritised nuclear safety, ensuring all staff were well-trained and adhered to high safety standards, contributing to a strong safety culture and successful project outcomes. Our approach included flexible, collaborative working methods and a focus on maintaining nuclear safety throughout the project.
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Wylfa decommissioning electrical overlay system project
Wylfa is a twin reactor nuclear power station located on the Isle of Anglesey, in the northwest of Wales.
Read moreWe are proud of our contribution to the construction of the UK’s first new nuclear build for almost 30 years. Our proven expertise in the design and installation of electrical infrastructure made us the natural choice to provide a safe and reliable solution for this critical phase of the build.
We bring extensive knowledge from a wide range of large scale, nationally critical infrastructure operations such as airports, railways and Ministry of Defence facilities. Knowledge acquired by designing, building, and operating and maintaining their electricity infrastructure for decades. We’re able to leverage this cross-sector knowledge for our clients in their own industries to improve resilience of electricity supply, reduce energy costs and improve safety performance.
Keeping costs down
With an estimated build cost upwards of £20 billion, nuclear power stations such as Hinkley Point C are very expensive to build and finance.
In every area of the design and construction we focus our efforts into reducing cost, improving efficiencies, and ensuring there is continuous improvement throughout the costing, design and construction processes.
Delivering resilience
Power failures mean delays. Resilience of electricity supply is crucial to ensuring the programme of work is kept on schedule. Even a power outage of a few seconds can result in delays which take days or even weeks to get back on track. Failure to provide resilience on an infrastructure project of this scale leaves owners facing large cost increases as well as timeline blowouts.
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Employing world-class engineers and professionals, we pride ourselves on the expertise of our people to deliver for our clients.
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