Skip to main content

Industry News: More local supply chain jobs supported as Balfour Beatty opens Kirriemuir depot to support SSEN Transmission’s investment plans

November 24, 2025
Industry News: More local supply chain jobs supported as Balfour Beatty opens Kirriemuir depot to support SSEN Transmission’s investment plans

One of SSEN Transmission’s key contractors for the delivery of its electricity transmission infrastructure investment programme, Balfour Beatty, has opened a new operational depot in Kirriemuir, Angus, supporting up to 70 local jobs.

Located in Logie Industrial Park, the new facility is being leased in partnership with local small business Delson Contracts Ltd, reinforcing SSEN Transmission’s commitment to working collaboratively with local business in support of economic growth in the communities where it operates.

Operations have commenced at the depot and, pending final planning determinations linked to SSEN Transmission’s proposed projects, is expected to remain in operation until at least 2031. Once fully operational, the site will have the capacity to support up to 70 local jobs, providing a range of opportunities in both office-based and on-site project delivery roles.

Currently spanning 2.5 acres, the facility will expand to a 16-acre site as activity increases, offering essential office space, storage, and laydown areas for materials used across SSEN Transmission’s projects. This will help ensure efficient delivery of infrastructure critical to connecting renewable energy and supporting Scotland’s net zero ambitions.

SSEN Transmission’s Programme Director, Caryn Jack, said:

“The opening of this new depot in Kirriemuir represents another step forward for our electricity transmission investment programme. By working in partnership with Balfour Beatty and local businesses like Delson Contracts Ltd, we’re not only enabling the delivery of critical electricity infrastructure but also creating long-term opportunities that benefit the Angus community.”

Tony Wilson, Managing Director of Balfour Beatty’s Power Transmission & Distribution business, said:

“The opening of our new depot in Kirriemuir marks a significant milestone in our partnership with SSEN Transmission. This facility not only strengthens our ability to deliver critical electricity infrastructure but will also create meaningful employment opportunities for the local community. We are proud to work alongside local businesses as we continue to contribute to the long-term growth of the Angus region.”

The Kirriemuir depot forms part of the wider infrastructure and supply chain expansion being delivered under SSEN Transmission’s major investment programme, designed to unlock renewable energy potential, strengthen the transmission network, and help deliver an energy secure and clean power Scotland and the UK.

Get in touch

AREG is the original energy transition organisation, working on behalf of members to empower the energy supply chain and champion its expertise. Please get in touch if you have any questions or would like to find out more about membership.

Contact Us
“

AREG has played an important role in the growth of Scotland’s renewable energy sector, engaging the supply chain and developing the European Offshore Wind Deployment Centre. However, we are only at the very beginning of the transition that AREG was established to both lead and support so there are still opportunities for companies to get into the constantly evolving renewables supply chain. We look forward to continuing our work together as renewables builds on its place as Scotland’s main source of power, and as we seek to deliver real change in the crucial areas of heat and transport.

Scottish Renewables
“

Aberdeen & Grampian Chamber of Commerce has worked closely with AREG since its formation. The recent progress in the developments of offshore wind projects by Equinor and Vattenfall are as a result of the work of the group over many years. The north-east is known as the oil and gas capital of Europe. At the Chamber, we believe the region must evolve its position to being recognised as the energy capital. Whilst hydrocarbons will continue to be essential in driving our economy for years to come, the generation of renewable resources will play an increasingly important role in providing cost-effective power, innovative development and economic growth.

Aberdeen & Grampian Chamber of Commerce
“

The enthusiasm and dedication of the early group that would become AREG was fundamental in us choosing to launch All-Energy in Aberdeen. The first tiny show was held in 2001, and AREG’s Chairman at the time, Jeremy Cresswell, played such an active role that I often describe him in terms such as All-Energy’s ‘midwife’. All-Energy is now the UK’s largest renewable and low carbon energy exhibition and conference in terms of number of attendees, space booked, and number of exhibiting companies. As AREG became firmly established, their presence and support for the event grew spectacularly over the years. We thank them most sincerely for their invaluable input.

All-Energy
“

Vattenfall has forged a strong working relationship with AREG through the development of the European Offshore Wind Deployment Centre. AREG has worked tirelessly on behalf of the North East and it can take enormous credit for the growth of sustainable energy in the region and the path it has cleared for the region to capture further investment.

Vattenfall
“

Aberdeen City and Shire is emerging as a key location for renewables by successfully transferring its world-class oil and gas expertise into the sector and AREG has done much to advance this through a broad range of initiatives. It has acted as a catalyst in driving further investment in the local economy by engaging with companies, Government, public bodies and existing projects and we have been pleased to support their efforts. Scottish Enterprise will continue to engage with AREG as we increase Scotland’s use of renewable energy.

Scottish Enterprise