Lister Drive Greener Grid Park – Grid Stability Infrastructure
A pioneering grid stabilisation project.
B&S Group Solution
B&S Group was appointed to support the project through design, manufacture, and installation, delivering:
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Two bespoke E-Houses, designed and manufactured by B&S Group
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Full fit-out to house ABB variable speed drives and supporting systems
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A balance-of-plant enclosure containing MV switchgear and control systems, supplied for the main contractor NRS
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Factory-based assembly, fit-out, and testing at B&S Group’s Chester facility
By delivering fully integrated, site-ready units, B&S Group reduced on-site risk and supported efficient installation.
Outcome
The Lister Drive Greener Grid Park now provides essential grid stability through a 67 MVAr synchronous condenser, coupled with a 40-tonne flywheel, delivering the inertia required to maintain network frequency and voltage.
The site enables increased integration of renewable energy sources such as wind and solar, while supporting grid resilience without reliance on fossil fuels — a key milestone in the UK’s decarbonisation journey.
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 partnered with long-standing client ABB to deliver critical infrastructure for the Lister Drive Greener Grid Park in Liverpool — a pioneering grid stabilisation project developed by Statkraft, Europe’s largest generator of renewable energy.
Delivered as part of a £25 million investment, the project plays a pivotal role in supporting the UK’s transition away from fossil-fuelled power generation and towards a resilient, renewable-led electricity network.
Clients / Partners:
ABB
Statkraft
NRS
Sector:
Power Transmission & Storage
Grid Stability
Capability:
E-Houses
MV Switchgear Enclosures
Grid Stabilisation Infrastructure
The Challenge
As renewable energy generation increases, maintaining grid stability without traditional rotating power stations presents a major technical challenge.
The Lister Drive Greener Grid Park required infrastructure capable of:
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Replicating the inertia traditionally provided by fossil fuel power plants
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Supporting network frequency and voltage stability
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Housing advanced power electronics and control systems
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Delivering a highly engineered solution within a compact, urban environment
The project demanded close collaboration between technology providers, engineers, and infrastructure specialists.