SSE Renewables Teams Up with Fluence for Newest 150 MW / 300 MWh Project

SSE Renewables has announced Fluence as the main contractor and system supplier for its battery-based energy storage project at Fiddler’s Ferry, Warrington. Fluence, renowned for its energy storage technology, will provide the system utilizing the Gridstack platform known for its safety and reliability. With extensive global experience, Fluence is a trusted partner for SSE Renewables. Construction is slated to commence soon after SSE Renewables’ final investment decision.

OCU Energy, based in Stockport and collaborating with SSE Renewables on their Ferrybridge project, will serve as the principal contractor at Fiddler’s Ferry. The 150 MW / 300 MWh battery storage project, located at the former SSE-owned coal-fired power station at Fiddler’s Ferry, is expected to enhance energy management and balance supply and demand effectively once operational.

Richard Cave-Bigley, Director of Solar & Battery – SSE Renewables, said, “We are delighted to be working with OCU Energy once again, and to have Fluence as our battery storage system supplier at Fiddler’s Ferry.”

Brian Perusse, Managing Director of Fluence Energy UK, Ltd, added, “Fluence is committed to delivering safe and reliable energy storage systems that advance the energy transition and we are proud to work with SSE Renewables on this highly significant project. Fluence has a track record of operating systems with high performance levels and we are committed to doing the same for Fiddler Ferry.”

Vince Bowler, Managing Director – OCU Energy, noted,“We’re proud to be delivering this contract for SSE Renewables and provide valuable energy storage in the northwest. Working on energy transition schemes like this regionally and nationally moves us closer to net zero.”