– James Fisher and Sons plc awarded contract for management, repair, and maintenance of high voltage equipment and cables at Morlais tidal energy substations
– Morlais tidal energy project has the potential to generate 240 MW, powering 180,000 households
– Contract with James Fisher anticipated to last 24 months initially, ensuring reliable high voltage transmission availability for uninterrupted energy generation
James Fisher and Sons plc has been awarded a contract to manage, repair, and maintain high voltage equipment and cables at Menter Môn’s Morlais tidal energy substations, with the potential to generate 240 MW of power, enough for 180,000 households. The contract, starting in December 2023 for 24 months, will involve asset repair and maintenance, high voltage equipment testing, and safety monitoring to support informed decision-making at the site. Menter Môn’s Morlais project, located off the coast of Anglesey, UK, is the largest plug and play tidal stream energy scheme in Europe, providing power to the grid via land-based substations.
By ensuring the reliability of Menter Môn’s assets, James Fisher will enable uninterrupted high voltage transmission and full realization of the energy potential from tidal power. With over 30 years of experience, James Fisher aims to provide industry-leading solutions to projects like Morlais to attract developers and capitalize on the local supply chain. This collaboration between James Fisher and Menter Môn reflects a commitment to sustainable energy generation and the utilization of renewable resources. The project has received support from various regional and governmental entities to promote clean energy development and conservation efforts at the Morlais site.