The green energy company says its site acquisition will kickstart regeneration of PowerPark energy hub around the port.
Green energy company ScottishPower Renewables has confirmed Lowestoft as the long-term home and heart of its UK offshore wind operations with the acquisition of a site in the town’s PowerPark – expanding its existing footprint in the town.
The company is investing around £8 million to acquire and develop the site on Trinity Road – currently occupied by RJ Pryce (which is moving to a nearby location) – to create its very own permanent base in support of delivery of its offshore wind projects in the East of England.
The site is a stone’s throw from the company’s operations and maintenance base for the East Anglia ONE offshore windfarm, located on land owned by Associated British Ports at Lowestoft port. It will continue to operate on its existing 30-year lease.
The Trinity Road development is expected to employ around 100 people and will primarily provide an operations and maintenance base for the East Anglia THREE offshore windfarm, which is currently under construction.
Charlie Jordan, CEO of ScottishPower Renewables (SPR), said, “Our continued commitment and investment in Lowestoft highlights the town’s role as a powerhouse for the clean energy industry within the East of England region and we’re here to stay.”
Jess Asato, MP for Lowestoft, said, “ScottishPower’s decision to establish Lowestoft as a long-term hub for its UK offshore wind operations is a game-changer for our town, bringing significant economic opportunities.
“With a multi-million-pound investment, this project will not only support our windfarms, but also create local jobs, boosting employment in green energy.”