Sheffield energy storage factory begins fit-out and expansion

A fit out and expansion project is underway at an energy storage and clean fuel company in Sheffield.

Clegg Group Ltd has been appointed to complete the fit out of ITM Power’s new 1GW factory at Bessemer Park.

The development will include an extension to the existing offices and manufacturing and production areas, as well as a test room for factory acceptance testing of products. The site will also be coupled with a new 5MW power supply.

The programme of works at the factory is planned for completion by Q3 2020, and is designed to enable the company to reach a capacity of 1GW within three years.

Graham Cooley, CEO of ITM, said: “I am delighted that this milestone has been achieved and look forward to welcoming Clegg on site in early January.

“This fit out will see ITM Power undertaking state-of-the-art manufacturing and reducing costs and lead times to access the many opportunities arising from the joint venture with Linde.

“I look forward to welcoming shareholders to the site in Q3 2020 to see the factory in operation.”

Steve Giltrap, divisional managing director of The Clegg Group, added: “The Clegg Group is delighted to have been appointed to this landmark project in Sheffield. We are looking forward to arriving on site.”