SSE Picks Siemens Energy for Turbine, Substation Work at Berwick Bank B

SSE has selected Siemens Energy as preferred supplier for wind turbines and offshore substations at its 1.4 GW Berwick Bank B offshore wind project in Scotland, a move expected to support 2,677 jobs across the UK.

The project, planned for the outer Firth of Forth approximately 38 kilometers off the Scottish coast, remains subject to a final investment decision (FID) by SSE and a final contract award.

The proposed supply arrangements are expected to support 2,222 existing and project-based jobs in northern England, including turbine blade manufacturing in Hull, engineering and project delivery in Manchester, and assembly and project delivery activities in Newcastle.

A further 455 roles would be supported across central and northern Scotland, including 130 newly created positions.

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