Sep 2, 2026 | Energy & Power, Sustainability
The recurring civil engineering challenges on distribution and transmission infrastructure projects are familiar: incomplete early-stage information, constrained operational sites, cable routing, buried services, equipment access, temporary...
Aug 17, 2026 | Energy & Power, Sustainability
Whitfield Consulting Services (WCS) is providing detailed civil engineering design to UK Power Networks Services (UKPNS) under Ofgem’s RIIO-ED2 framework, a regulatory framework which runs from 2023 to 2028, focused on...
Jul 14, 2026 | Case Study, Energy & Power
Whitfield Consulting Services (WCS) supports transmission and distribution network operators, framework delivery partners, independent connection providers (ICPs) and contractors across the UK and Ireland. From National Grid’s London Power...
Jun 17, 2026 | Case Study, Energy & Power
Flooding events are increasing in frequency and intensity across the UK, placing unprecedented stress on critical energy infrastructure. Bridges and access routes that support high‑voltage substations are particularly vulnerable: loss of access often means...
Mar 30, 2026 | Case Study, Energy & Power
WCS is proud to be supporting the extension of Eccles Substation – a project that will become the UK’s first site to combine both static and synchronous compensation equipment. Once operational, the substation will enable up to 280 megawatts of...
Feb 11, 2026 | Case Study, Energy & Power, Rail: Civils & Structures
The success of infrastructure projects requires temporary works to be considered front and centre of the design process. These engineering structures – essential during construction but absent from the final structure – ensure permanent works can be built safely,...
Oct 13, 2025 | Energy & Power
Whether building new substations, or deploying large-scale battery storage, the early stages of project design can go a long way to ensuring successful delivery. Front-end design is where early-stage assumptions about a site and its constraints are investigated in...
Sep 29, 2025 | Energy & Power
High-voltage substations within the UK and Ireland’s transmission network rely on robust design to manage inherent fire risks, particularly those associated with oil-filled transformers and their insulating fluids. Fault-induced fires can threaten personnel safety,...
Sep 3, 2025 | Case Study, Energy & Power
In a small village in North Yorkshire, a major piece of the UK’s energy future is taking shape. Monk Fryston, a 320MW Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), is SSE Renewables’ largest battery project to date. Designed to power over half a million homes for up to two...
Aug 20, 2025 | Energy & Power
Cable route design is a critical component of any grid connection project, involving complex ground conditions and multiple infrastructure interfaces, particularly when navigating dense urban environments. Despite its importance, cable route design is often overlooked...
Aug 4, 2025 | Capability & Credentials, Energy & Power, Rail: Civils & Structures, Rail: Electrification
In the Rail and Power & Energy sectors, projects are characterised by high risk, technical intricacy, and stringent regulatory conditions. Every element must be planned and executed with precision. Delivering these projects smoothly and on schedule requires more...
Apr 16, 2025 | Energy & Power
Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) are becoming a key part of the global shift toward a more reliable, low-carbon energy network. These systems help balance supply and demand on the grid, support renewable generation, and improve overall grid stability. At...
