Galliford Try’s Building North East and Yorkshire business has been selected to build a brand-new £65m JDR Cable Systems manufacturing unit in Blyth, Northumberland.
A new 46,000 sqm factory will be built to help JDR broaden its product portfolio. Construction will also help respond to the growing global offshore renewable energy market. Consequently, it will add high-voltage export and long-length array cables to JDR’s existing capacity and product capabilities.
The project represents a significant investment in the North East on the site of the former Blyth power station. Furthermore, it develops Galliford Try’s reputation. This is in providing high-quality manufacturing facilities for clients such as Rolls Royce and Quorn.
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The manufacturing unit for JDR Cable Systems in Blyth to bring new power cable capabilities and volume to the UK
“We are happy to be a part of the project for the manufacturing unit for JDR Cable Systems in Blyth. It adds to our superb portfolio of work in the North East. The project also helps the UK towards energy security and its net zero carbon objectives,” said Bill Hocking, Chief Executive of Galliford Try. We look forward to collaborating with JDR. We will provide them with a first-rate facility that will help them achieve their goals.”
“The appointment of Galliford Try and the start of construction marks a significant milestone in the realization of our new high-voltage subsea cable manufacturing unit,” said James Young, Chief Strategy and Compliance Officer at JDR. Galliford Try was chosen by JDR for its technical expertise, attention to detail, strong local supply chain, and collaborative solutions.
“We are excited to get together with the Galliford team.” Attempt to build our facility, bringing new power cable capabilities and volume to the UK, which will help to secure our energy supply and connect more renewable energy to power our homes and cities.”
