UK’s First HVDC Subsea Cable Factory Opens in Scotland

Japan-headquartered Sumitomo Electric Industries has held the opening ceremony for what is said to be the UK's first HVDC subsea cable factory, located at the Port of Nigg in Scotland.

The factory, officially opened on 19 October, is located within the Inverness and Cromarty Firth Green Freeport boundary and represents an investment of GBP 350 million (over EUR 416 million) in the local Highlands economy.

“I am delighted to celebrate the official opening of our new subsea cable factory in Scotland, following the announcement of its establishment in April 2023 and the groundbreaking ceremony held in May 2024. This factory will serve as a vital production base supporting the strengthening of the UK’s transmission infrastructure, the expansion of renewable energy deployment, and the delivery of a stable and reliable energy supply for generations to come," said Osamu Inoue, President of Sumitomo Electric Industries.

“Building on more than a century of experience and technological expertise in subsea cable systems, we remain committed to supporting interconnector and offshore wind projects across Europe. By helping connect the energy networks of the future, we will continue contributing to the development of a more sustainable society.”

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