WSP has been appointed to Northern Powergrid's Professional Engineering Services (PES) Framework, marking a major step in supporting the delivery of critical engineering services across a network serving around 8 million people in the North East, Yorkshire and northern Lincolnshire.

Announced on 26 March 2026 in the United Kingdom, the multi-lot framework gives Northern Powergrid access to specialist engineering expertise to maintain, upgrade and future-proof its electricity distribution infrastructure. Under the agreement, WSP will contribute across key areas including design, planning, engineering and commissioning, helping ensure the safe, reliable and resilient operation of the region's power network.

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The appointment is seen as a significant milestone for WSP's Energy business, highlighting the strength of its engineering capabilities. The firm will draw on its multidisciplinary expertise in system studies and planning, asset management, digital engineering, and project delivery to support Northern Powergrid’s long-term investment and customer strategies.

Mark Salmon, Service Line Director for Networks at WSP, said: "We're delighted to have been successfully appointed to Northern Powergrid's new Professional Engineering Services Framework and continue our 27-year trusted Professional Service Advisory and Service Provider relationship with our key client, Northern Powergrid. This work plays a vital role in supporting the electricity network relied upon by communities across the North East, Yorkshire and northern Lincolnshire. Through this framework we'll help contribute to the safe, reliable and future-resilient operation of the network, supporting Northern Powergrid as it continues to invest in the infrastructure that underpins homes, businesses and essential services across the region."