Topic Energy, Frameworks, Infrastructure
Date 21 Aug 2025
Galliford Try’s Infrastructure business has taken a further step into the energy market, with its appointment to the new £59bn High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) Frameworks with National Grid.
The five-year framework is intended to facilitate a major upgrade to the electricity grid, enabling its transition to net zero and decarbonisation of the energy system.
Galliford Try has won a place on the Major Works & Civils Framework, Lot 1 - Converter Civils & Buildings, which has an anticipated overall value of £9bn as part of the HVDC infrastructure programme.
The business will be working with RPS Group to deliver the design and construction of civil engineering and building works associated with converter stations. It is anticipated that there will be opportunities for a number of Galliford Try business units including Asset Intelligence and Building in the delivery of the works.
Bill Hocking, Chief Executive of Galliford Try, commented: “Continuing to grow our core Infrastructure business is a key part of our Sustainable Growth Strategy, and this appointment will see us deliver further civil engineering and construction solutions for the energy sector. We look forward to working with National Grid to play our part in modernising and decarbonising the energy system and building the infrastructure that will enable our country’s current and future energy needs.”
Zac Richardson, Chief Engineer and Offshore Delivery Director of Strategic Infrastructure at National Grid, said: “This marks a major step forward in delivering the UK’s future energy network. This investment not only underpins the transition to a more secure, independent and low-carbon energy future, but will also support tens of thousands of UK jobs, boost regional supply chains and strengthen our construction and engineering sectors. By building strategic, long-term partnerships with leading UK-based contractors, we’re ensuring the UK is ready to meet the growing demand for electricity with a resilient and modern network.”