SSEN Transmission will become a key sponsor of the Hebridean Celtic Festival it has
been announced.
The funding agreement forms part of the electricity transmission network operator’s
commitment to supporting local communities across the Highlands and Islands through
its £20bn investment to upgrade the high-voltage transmission network in the north
of Scotland.
SSEN Transmission will have a strong presence at this year’s festival in Stornoway
where the utility form will have an information hub with its team on hand to talk
about major infrastructure projects – including plans for the ‘Lewis Hub’, a proposed
new substation and converter station that is a key part of its Western Isles Connection
Project.
The project will see the installation of a subsea HVDC transmission cable that will
connect Lewis to the GB electricity grid for the first time, unlocking the renewable
energy potential of the Western Isles in support of national clean energy and energy
security ambitions, while providing significant economic opportunities for local
communities.
Carol Ferguson, HebCelt Festival Operations Coordinator, said: “SSEN Transmission’s
commitment to our community is incredibly welcome and aligns perfectly with HebCelt’s
ethos.
“Their recognition of the value of live music and the cultural heartbeat of our islands
is something we deeply appreciate. Together, we can help power careers, creativity,
and conversations that stretch far beyond these shores.
“This feels like a perfect partnership, and we’re delighted to welcome SSEN Transmission
centre stage - hopefully for the first of many headline appearances.”
Colin Bell, SSEN Transmission’s Lead Project Manager for the Lewis Hub project, said:
“We are delighted to sponsor the HebCelt Festival and lend our support to this much-loved
and hugely popular highlight in the cultural calendar of the islands.
“Through our Lewis Hub project we are committed to delivering a lasting and positive
legacy for communities in the Western Isles, and our partnership with HebCelt is
testament to our support for activities and initiatives that bring benefits to communities
and to the local economy.
“We’re looking forward to engaging with people at this year’s festival, and sharing
the enjoyment of what promises to be another entertaining event drawing visitors
from across the world.”
New sponsorship deal for HebCelt
22/5/2025
