Tour In Person

Site Visit - Eastern Green Link 1 (EGL1)

by CIOB North East England

    Event details

    • Jade Business Park, Murton
    • 03 June 2026
    • 05:00 PM - 07:30 PM BST

    Event fees

    CIOB Member (over 18's only)

    Free

    Non-Member (over 18's only)

    £25.00

    CIOB Assist Optional Donation

    £5.00

    CIOB Assist Optional Donation

    £10.00

    Summary

    EGL1 is a two-gigawatt high voltage direct current electrical connection to be built between Torness in East Lothian, Scotland and Hawthorn.

    Join us for an evening visit to the EGL1 site at Seaham, including a project overview, progress update, and guided site walkover, followed by an informal Q&A and buffet.

    This visit will provide attendees with insight into the current status of the project, key milestones, and an opportunity to ask questions directly to the project team.

    Event programme

    • 5:00pm – Arrival and registration
    • 5:15pm – 6:00pm – Project overview and progress update
    • 6:00pm – 6:45pm – Guided site visit / walkover
    • 6:45pm – 7:30pm – Questions and buffet

    PPE requirements

    All attendees must bring and wear appropriate PPE, including:

    • Safety helmet
    • Laced safety boots
    • Long sleeves
    • Hi‑visibility vest
    • Safety glasses (limited spares available)
    • Gloves (limited spares available)

    Access to the site will not be permitted without the required PPE

    The EGL1 site at Seaham is a nationally significant energy infrastructure project, forming part of the wider programme to strengthen the UK’s electricity transmission network and support the transition to a low‑carbon energy system.

    EGL1 is a new high‑voltage electricity substation, designed to connect offshore and onshore power generation into the national grid, improving capacity, resilience, and long‑term energy security. The project involves complex civil engineering, structural works, and specialist electrical infrastructure delivered within a live and highly regulated environment.

    The site visit will be led by Doug Grey of J. Murphy & Sons, who will provide:

    • an overview of the purpose and function of the EGL1 development
    • insight into the construction approach and current stage of the works
    • commentary on key challenges, sequencing, and coordination on a major infrastructure scheme
    • a guided walkover of the site, followed by an opportunity for questions and discussion

    This visit offers a valuable opportunity to see a large‑scale infrastructure project in progress and to hear directly from those delivering it.

    Directions:
    Full directions, parking instructions, and arrival arrangements will be circulated to registered attendees ahead of the event.

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    Please ensure you allow sufficient time to arrive promptly for the site safety briefing.

    Ticket Price: Free for CIOB & Non-Members (optional suggested £5 donation to Assist - please see below).

    Please note: this event is for over 18’s only

    This learning activity can contribute to your annual CPD return and should be logged accordingly.


    Contact

    Diane Moore

    Member Services and Events Coordinator, Newcastle

    t: +44 (0)1344 630867 / m: +447827818305

    e: [email protected] - w: www.ciob.org