Powersystems, a leading specialist in high-voltage electrical engineering, is powering the transition to a sustainable future with a major achievement at Rag Lane Solar Farm. The project has reached a key milestone with the successful manufacture and delivery of both the National Grid Energy Distribution (NGED) Substation and the Client Substation for the new 33 kV installation.
Fully Fitted Off-Site Substations
To streamline construction and accelerate delivery, both substations were fully assembled off-site. This included:
- Switchgear for reliable power management
- Lighting and small power systems
- Auxiliary transformers
Pre-fitting these critical components off-site reduces the amount of on-site work, helping the project progress more efficiently while minimising disruption and maintaining strict safety standards.
Powering Over 10,000 Homes
Once operational, the 40 MW solar development will generate enough clean electricity to power over 10,000 homes, making a substantial contribution to the UK’s low-carbon ambitions. This project not only supports national climate targets but also strengthens local energy resilience, ensuring communities have access to reliable renewable energy.
Precision, Planning, and Safety
Delivering infrastructure at this scale requires meticulous planning and execution. The project has relied on:
- Complex lifts and installations to position heavy equipment safely
- Detailed planning to coordinate multiple teams and tasks
- Close collaboration across Powersystems, DNO, and client teams
A strong safety culture underpins every stage of work, ensuring that efficiency does not come at the expense of worker wellbeing or project quality.
Project Overview
- Project Size: 50 MW solar farm
- Connection: Contestable 33 kV cable route and substations
- Project Voltage: 33 kV
- DNO Area: NGED
- Powersystems Scope: Contestable connection for 7.9 km 33 kV grid route, civils works, DNO substation, and client substation
This milestone represents a critical step forward in delivering a renewable energy infrastructure that is efficient, safe, and sustainable, demonstrating Powersystems’ expertise in supporting the UK’s energy transition.
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Contact Information:
- This article is written by Jules Daly, Marketing and Communications Manager at Powersystems.
- Email jules.daly@powersystemsuk.com Telephone 01454 318000
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Powersystems are powering the transition to a sustainable future
Powersystems: The High Voltage Specialist of Choice
Powersystems is a leading employee-owned high voltage electrical engineering specialist with over 49 years of experience delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality infrastructure solutions across the UK.
As the first Lloyd’s NERS-accredited Independent Connection Provider (ICP), we have been delivering contestable grid connections up to 132 kV for over 29 years. Our trusted expertise spans the full project lifecycle—from design and installation to commissioning—supporting clients across renewable energy, utilities, and industrial sectors.
Since 2000, Powersystems has connected over 10 GW of renewable energy to the UK grid, including onshore and offshore wind, solar, hydro, tidal, and battery energy storage systems (BESS). We’ve also delivered critical infrastructure for electric vehicle charging, CHP, STOR, rotating stabilisers, and private wire networks.
Working in partnership with developers, contractors, and DNOs, we’ve connected 30% of the UK’s onshore wind farms—playing a vital role in the transition to Net Zero by 2050.
Our commitment to safety, sustainability, and innovation is embedded in our ISO-accredited integrated management systems and our ‘Priority No.1’ health and safety culture. We continue to invest in people, technology, and partnerships to remain the high voltage specialist of choice.
As an employee-owned business, Powersystems empowers every team member to contribute to our shared success. Our ownership model fosters a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement—ensuring we deliver excellence for our clients, safely and efficiently.