Sarens successfully completed its involvement in the Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project, contracted by Envision in partnership with Ameresco. This project, pivotal for enhancing the UK's energy infrastructure, highlights Sarens' expertise in contract lifting operations, leveraging our advanced machinery and skilled workforce.

The BESS project aims to install 54 battery storage systems to bolster the UK's energy security and reliability. As the UK strives towards its net-zero carbon emissions target, this project plays a crucial role in supporting the increased use of clean energy, reducing dependency on fossil fuels, and mitigating greenhouse gas emissions. Currently, the project is in the installation phase, with future steps focused on integration and operationalisation of the battery systems.

Sarens was contracted to execute the lifting operations using a 450-tonne mobile crane, specifically the LTM 1450. The crane's technical capabilities, including a reach of 40,5 meters, were essential for the precise placement of battery units across six locations. Originally scheduled for 54 days, Sarens completed the project in just 38 days, showcasing the efficiency and expertise of our team.

The use of the LTM 1450 crane was instrumental in the project's success. Its advanced features enabled us to execute complex lifts with precision and safety. The project site, conveniently located less than seven miles from Sarens' Middlesbrough HQ depot, facilitated rapid mobilisation and efficient logistics.

The BESS project is poised to provide significant benefits to the local community and the broader UK society. By enhancing energy storage capacity, the project ensures a more stable and reliable energy supply, essential for supporting the UK's renewable energy infrastructure. This, in turn, helps decrease reliance on fossil-fuelled power generation, contributing to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and supporting the UK's climate goals.

Throughout the project, Sarens' team faced various challenges, from logistical complexities to technical constraints. However, our skilled professionals, including crane operators, engineers, lift supervisors, and riggers, ensured seamless operations. Our expertise in handling sophisticated lifting tasks was a key factor in the project's timely completion.

Sarens' involvement in the BESS project underscores several unique selling points. Completing the project ahead of schedule resulted in significant cost savings and demonstrated Sarens' capability to deliver under tight timelines. The project's close location to Sarens' Middlesbrough HQ depot reduced logistical costs and improved operational efficiency. Utilising state-of-the-art equipment like the LTM 1450 crane ensured precision and safety in lifting operations.

Sarens is proud to have contributed to this important project, reinforcing its position as a leader in heavy lifting solutions. The successful completion of the BESS project not only showcases Sarens' technical prowess but also our commitment to supporting sustainable and clean energy initiatives.