Energy Central Campus Announces Significant Partnership with JDR Cable Systems
Mandy Marriner, Ryan Pattison (left), James Young (middle), Martin Lawlor OBE, Paul Valentine (right)
Energy Central Campus (ECC) is thrilled to announce a significant new partnership with JDR Cable Systems, a world-leading provider of subsea technologies and services, who have become a Gold Sponsor. This collaboration reflects a shared commitment to advancing skills in the clean energy sector while fostering employment opportunities for the local community.
JDR brings exceptional expertise in the offshore wind industry to ECC, bolstered by its new £130 million state-of-the-art subsea cable manufacturing facility, which is currently under construction in Cambois, near Blyth, Northumberland. The facility will expand the product offerings of both JDR and TFKable, including high-voltage and extended-length land and inter-array cables. Once completed, this facility will create 171 high-quality local jobs, further strengthening the region’s position as a hub for clean energy development. Through this partnership, JDR will have the opportunity to showcase this cutting-edge project to learners and the local community, inspiring the next generation of talent and raising awareness of career opportunities with their company.
Martin Lawlor OBE, Chair of ECC, commented: “I am delighted to welcome JDR Cables as a Gold Sponsor of ECC. JDR’s knowledge and expertise servicing the global offshore energy industry will play a key role in helping us achieve our mission of developing the clean energy workforce of the future.”
James Young, Chief Strategy and Compliance Officer, JDR Cable Systems, added: “At JDR we are proud to support the Energy Central Campus as a Gold Sponsor. This partnership aligns perfectly with our commitment to driving innovation in the offshore wind industry and investing in the future talented individuals who are vital to the success of the offshore energy industry. Our new manufacturing facility in Cambois will not only deliver cutting-edge subsea cable technologies but also create significant local employment opportunities. Through our collaboration with ECC, we hope to inspire and equip the next generation with the skills needed to thrive in the exciting renewable energy sector, helping to strengthen the UK’s position as a global leader in clean energy.”
ECC is a unique skills partnership between the Port of Blyth, Northumberland County Council, and the Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult, with a mission to create the pipeline of talent required for the expanding clean energy sector, at the same time, inspiring, training, and delivering pathways to employment for the local community.
ECC is one of the flagship projects of Energising Blyth, a £95m regeneration programme to grow, renew, and connect the town. The programme is being delivered by Northumberland County Council and funded in partnership with the UK Government, Northumberland County Council, North East Combined Authority and support from other partners.