Overview

• NatPower signed a site agreement with Sembcorp Utilities for a 32-acre plot at Wilton International in Redcar to host the Teesside GigaPark.
• The privately financed project will start at four hours of storage (1GW/4GWh) with potential expansion to eight hours (8GWh), positioning it among the UK’s longest-duration BESS plans.
• The design integrates shore power for cold ironing and future vessel charging to decarbonise port operations and nearby industry.
• NatPower will build and operate the facility, which holds a 400kV, 1GW connection agreement with the National Energy System Operator.
• The company cites around 200 construction jobs, long-term skilled roles, and an annual £2 million community fund alongside local training and supply-chain opportunities.