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Linxon has started engineering for National Grid’s Middleton substation extension. Initial work covers SF6-free 400kV GIS and long-lead procurement before potential construction, installation, testing, and commissioning phases.
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Alight has brought Finland’s 101MWp Eurajoki solar park fully online. The two-site development is expected to generate around 100GWh annually and operates under a long-term virtual PPA with automotive safety manufacturer Autoliv.
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Hitachi Energy is adding German supply for SF6-free switchgear gas. Daikin will produce C4-FN in Frankfurt from 2027, strengthening European supply for EconiQ high-voltage equipment as EU restrictions on fluorinated gases tighten.
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ABB will modernise Cernavodă Unit 1 control and safety systems. The package supports a 30-year life extension at Romania’s only nuclear power station, covering distributed control, shutdown functions, cybersecurity, and standby diesel controls.
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Studsvik has selected partners for a four-reactor Swedish nuclear programme. The proposed 1.2GW BWRX-300 development would use four units at either Nyköping or Valdemarsvik, with first operation targeted for the mid-2030s.
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Germany has approved reforms reshaping offshore wind auctions and delivery. The package adds a two-stage CfD route, permits 20% grid overbuild, extends standard operating periods to 35 years, and now moves to parliament.
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Centrii models severe cyber risk across Britain’s battery storage fleet. Its GRIDLOCK assessment produces a 92% baseline five-year attack probability, although all probability and financial figures are modelled rather than observed.
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Ofgem proposes new licence conditions for Britain’s energy code managers. Initial changes cover BSC and REC budgets, cost recovery, delivery plans, performance, and transferred governance responsibilities.
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Government is seeking fresh evidence on new Capacity Market technologies. The annual review asks which emerging resources require recognition as distinct generating technology classes for future auctions.
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Government proposes tighter Capacity Market delivery rules before 2027 prequalification. The consultation covers enhanced testing, stronger data requirements, DSR de-rating, and secondary trading ahead of 2028 auctions.