Luddon Construction Secures Role in SP Energy Networks’ £5.4bn Framework

Luddon Construction has been named as one of the businesses included in SP Energy Networks’ record £5.4bn supply chain contract programme, as the energy operator accelerates its investment in electricity network upgrades.

The programme represents the largest rewiring of the GB electricity grid since its inception, aimed at meeting growing energy demands and supporting the country’s transition to clean energy. It will also contribute to unlocking economic growth, with SP Energy Networks’ parent company, ScottishPower, forecasting the creation of 1,000 new jobs directly, alongside tens of thousands more in the supply chain.

Luddon Construction will play a key role in delivering essential upgrades, with the programme encompassing up to £2.4bn on new and upgraded substations and up to £3bn on new overhead lines.

The framework provides an initial five-year partnership, with the potential to extend up to 10 years, offering long-term security for businesses involved.

Yesterday, all successful suppliers joined Nicola Connelly to sign SP Energy Networks’ Delivery Charter at an event at the company’s Glasgow HQ, which outlines the businesses commitment to delivering on green jobs and talent development, a positive impact on communities and a safe working environment.

Nicola Connelly, CEO of SP Energy Networks, said:
“We’re delivering the biggest overhaul of the electricity grid ever seen to unlock growth and free up network capacity for new homes, businesses and clean energy projects.

“These strategic partnerships will give suppliers the confidence to invest in themselves, growing their workforce, opening new offices across the country and creating even greater opportunities for the UK

“This is great news for the UK and Scottish supply chains, with every pound spent directly benefiting central southern Scotland and its infrastructure for decades to come.”