132/20 kV Data Centre

Case Study: Data Centre

Location: UK

Client Challenges

The client required a 132 kV substation with a 7 km grid route connection. Space, land, and road opening license requirements require careful management. Tight timeframes dictated by National Grid meant correct project management and programming were of the utmost importance.

H&MV's Solution

As Principal Contractor, H&MV was responsible for the design, procurement, installation, and commissioning of the 132 kV substation and grid route.
The grid connection consisted of a 7 km cable route for dual circuit 132 kV cables, a 110 MVA 132 kV dual secondary 20 kV winding transformer, and 132 kV custom switchgear.
Detailed route review and surveys, including indemnification of any Special Engineering Difficulties (SEDs).
Installation and commissioning of National grid and IPP protection relays and associated data centre infrastructure. H&MV Engineering was responsible for risk management and issuing the Integrated Test Plans (ITPs), construction management plans, CDM appointments, quality plans, safety management plans and temporary works register.