Projects

Developing the pioneering nuclear project Hinkley Point C with EDF Energy

A once-in-a-generation clean energy project helping the UK to cut carbon and strengthen energy security.

Key information

Client EDF

Location United Kingdom

Project type Energy and natural resources

Services Controls and performance, Cost and commercial management, Digital, Project management

Project timeline 2016 - Ongoing

Image courtesy: EDF

Contact

Mark Hallsworth

Director

Project overview

What does it take to build the UK’s next-generation energy supply?

Hinkley Point C is a twin European Pressurised Reactor (EPR) nuclear power station under construction in Somerset. It’s the UK’s most significant low-carbon energy project, and a vital part of the country’s push to reach its net-zero targets.

Once complete, the plant will generate enough clean energy to power around six million homes for at least 60 years.

The programme recently passed a major milestone, with the team using the world’s largest land-based crane to lift a 47-metre-wide dome onto the first reactor building. With the dome in place, the project has moved into the next phase – fitting out the station’s mechanical, electrical and HVAC systems.

Low-carbon power

3,200 MWe capacity, supplying electricity to six million homes for 60 years.

Economic impact

3,800 UK suppliers and 71,000 jobs supported across the country.

Major milestone

47-metre reactor dome installed using the world’s largest land-based crane.

Skills legacy

£24mn invested in training, including 8,000 trainees and 1,320 apprentices.

Project story

A long-term partnership

We’ve supported Hinkley Point C since 2011. In 2015, EDF Energy appointed us to lead project controls under a 10-year framework. As the programme has evolved, so has our role – and we’ve adapted our support to meet new challenges and priorities.

Our experience on some of the UK’s most complex clean energy programmes meant we could mobilise quickly – setting up clear structures and coordinating the supply chain – critical factors for a project of this scale and significance.

Cutting carbon, creating opportunity

Hinkley Point C plays a key role in reducing the UK’s carbon emissions. Once operational, it will offset around 9 million tonnes of CO2 each year – making a major contribution to the nation's decarbonisation goals.

The programme is also creating long-term economic value. More than 3,800 UK companies are part of the supply chain, and the project is expected to support around 71,000 jobs by the time it is complete. EDF has invested £24mn in local training and education, supporting over 8,000 trainees and more than 1,300 apprentices.