Cumberhead West & Hagshaw Hill Wind Farms
Together, the sites form part of a major renewable energy cluster contributing significantly to Scotland’s onshore wind capacity.
Why Choose B&S Group
We work as a trusted engineering partner, delivering power infrastructure that supports the UK’s transition to a resilient, low-carbon energy future.
Over 30 years of engineering expertise
In-house fabrication and integrated delivery
Proven experience in regulated and safety-critical environments
A focus on quality, compliance, and long-term performance
Project Overview
B&S Group delivered medium-voltage electrical infrastructure supporting the re-energisation of Cumberhead West Wind Farm and Hagshaw Hill Wind Farm in South Lanarkshire, Scotland, under the SPR Frameworks programme.
Together, the sites form part of a major renewable energy cluster contributing significantly to Scotland’s onshore wind capacity.
Client:
SPR Frameworks
Schneider Electric
Sector:
Energy Generation
Onshore Wind
Capability:
33kV Turbine Substations
MV Infrastructure
Renewable Energy Networks
Outcome
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Cumberhead West: 20 turbines delivering approximately 126MW
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Hagshaw Hill: 14 modern turbines delivering approximately 79MW
The projects significantly increase renewable output while consolidating legacy infrastructure, supporting Scotland’s transition to low-carbon energy.
The Challenge
Utility-scale wind farms require robust MV infrastructure capable of operating reliably in demanding environmental conditions while enabling efficient power collection and transfer to the wider network.
The projects required:
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High-reliability turbine substations
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Standardised yet bespoke MV solutions
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Proven compatibility with Schneider Electric switchgear
B&S Group Solution
B&S Group engineered, supplied, and delivered 34 wind turbine substations, each designed to house Schneider Electric DVCAS 33kV switchgear.
Scope of delivery included:
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20 turbine substations for Cumberhead West
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14 turbine substations for Hagshaw Hill
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Integration of DVCAS 33kV switchgear and RCPs
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Designs optimised for long-term durability and safe operation