OUR NETWORK AND ASSETS

Construction Projects

National Gas undertakes a wide range of construction projects to ensure our pipeline network and assets continue to deliver the capabilities required across the country. 

Our construction projects vary in scale, scope and duration. They range from upgrading existing pipes or installing new pipelines, to upgrading compressors, installing new assets and equipment and replacing control systems. 

We work with key supply chain partners to carry out our extensive capital delivery programme, focused on expanding, upgrading and future-proofing our national energy network. 

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If you'd like more information about any aspect of our business or our work, or if you have a question for one of our teams, please get in touch.

In all our construction projects, we have three core priorities:

  1. On time and on budget – completing works to a high standard in line with our capital delivery plan.
  2. Delivering for consumers and customers – our assets support the delivery of energy across the UK, so it’s vital to provide a quality product that meets the needs of consumers and customers.
  3. Future-proofing – ensuring the network is prepared for future energy scenarios, including the continued use of natural gas while ensuring key assets are hydrogen-ready. 

Our current and proposed construction projects:

West Import Resilience: Essential upgrades and new gas transmission infrastructure to increase capacity in the western part of our national network.

Hatton Compressor Station upgrade: Installing a new compressor to replace two existing compressors at our compressor station in Hatton, Lincolnshire.

Medium Combustion Plant Directive: Investing in a new highly efficient, low-emission compressor unit.   

Huntingdon Compressor Station upgrade: Installation of a new compressor to replace older, less efficient units at our site in Huntingdon.

Bacton Gas Terminal: Temporary Construction Compound: Bacton Gas Terminal is a complex of six gas terminals, located on the North Sea coast of Norfolk.

Horndon (Barking) Above Ground Installation (AGI) Decommissioning: National Gas is removing old, unused gas equipment from the site at Horndon (Barking). This work is part of the safe decommissioning of infrastructure that is no longer needed.

 

Working with land owners  

Our gas transmission pipelines criss-cross the country. We foster close working relationships with land owners and occupiers to ensure we can access our pipes and assets when necessary for construction and maintenance work. 

Find out more about our work with landowners, occupiers and grantors

Community engagement

With any planned construction programme, we always carry out detailed analysis to identify solutions that have the least impact on people and the environment, while delivering the best value for UK consumers. Our planning and consultation process involves working closely with local residents, businesses, community groups, politicians and other stakeholders.  

In 2023, we launched our Community Grant Fund to support communities located near to our construction and operational sites. The Fund offers grants of up to £20,000 to support projects that deliver environmental, social or economic benefits to the local community. 

Find out how to apply for community funding from National Gas

Work with us… 

As a team member

National Gas construction teams require skilled and dedicated people to help us maintain our exemplary standards on every project. We frequently have opportunities available for people at all stages of their career, from apprentices to time-served construction professionals.

Take a look at our current job vacancies

As a supplier  

National Gas relies on a network of trusted and valued suppliers to fulfil its obligations and responsibilities. Our suppliers play a vital role in enabling us to maintain and operate the National Transmission System safely and efficiently – and we’re always on the lookout for suppliers who share our values. 

Find out more about working with us as a supplier