Bilfinger UK has secured a multi-million-pound contract with Cadent to update critical elements of the UK's largest gas distribution network.
This 12-month construction project, set to begin in Q1 2025, will involve a multi-disciplinary approach encompassing civil, mechanical, and electrical & instrumentation (E&I) scopes.
The project will be executed under a framework agreement for Capital Construction Services and will cover four sites: two in the North West of England, one in the Midlands, and one near Cambridge. The works are designed with the future in mind, incorporating elements that will allow for the transportation of hydrogen within the network by 2050. Some components will be semi-future-proof to accommodate this transition.
Ben Hill, gas framework director at Bilfinger Engineering & Maintenance UK, commented: “By utilising joint resources from our engineering, automation, and production teams, we are well-equipped to deliver comprehensive solutions that meet the highest standards of safety, quality and performance.
“Our partnership with Cadent reflects our commitment to innovation, efficiency, and sustainability, and we look forward to continuing our collaboration to meet the challenges of net zero and securing the UK’s energy supply."
Will Banks, head of commercial - Capital Delivery at Cadent, said: “We are excited to work with Bilfinger UK on this critical project. Their expertise and commitment to safety and innovation align perfectly with our goals for the future of the gas distribution network.”
Cadent, the largest gas distribution network in the UK by size, number of assets, and customers, prioritises safety in all its operations. This project will integrate safety measures throughout its execution to ensure the well-being of all stakeholders.