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    About SSEN Transmission

    We are responsible for the electricity transmission network in the north of Scotland. Learn more about us, our critical work, our strategy and how we are delivering our Network for Net Zero.
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    Customer Connections

    Making sure that generation developments can connect to our network is one of our primary responsibilities as the owner of the electricity transmission network in the north of Scotland. We have a huge job to do over the coming years to make sure that our network is capable of connecting planned additional generation capacity.

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  • SSEN Transmission sets out plans to invest £22bn+ in mission-critical grid infrastructure

    SSEN Transmission sets out plans to invest £22bn+ in mission-critical grid infrastructure

    We’ve published our RIIO-T3 Business Plan, setting out a bold and ambitious blueprint to deliver at least £22bn of critical grid infrastructure and enable the UK and Scotland’s energy security and net zero goals - all whilst supporting thousands of jobs and adding up to £15bn of value to the UK economy.

  • Pathway to 2030

    Projects delivering a Network for Net Zero - Pathway to 2030

    To support the country’s drive to net zero, further investment in Scotland’s network infrastructure is needed to connect the growing onshore and offshore renewable power and transport it to areas of demand.

    Learn more about our 'Pathway to 2030' projects in our dedicated web pages.

  • Our Community Benefit Funds

    Our Community Benefit Funds

    Our Community Benefit Funds are designed to support regional and local projects creating a positive, lasting legacy across communities in the north of Scotland.

    While applications are currently closed, you can learn more about our funds and stay updated on future opportunities by visiting our dedicated webpages. 

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    Report on Consultation

    The final Report on Consultation for a proposed new 400kV overhead line running from Beauly via Blackhillock and New Deer and on to Peterhead has been published. The transmission line would include four new substations along its route, and new HVDC converter stations at either end. 

  • Spittal - Loch Buidhe - Beauly

    Report on Consultation

    The final Report on Consultation for a proposed new 400kV overhead line running from Spittal via Loch Buidhe and on to Beauly has been published. The project would comprise three new substations along its route.
  • Kintore - Tealing

    Report on Consultation

    The final Report on Consultation for a proposed new 400kV overhead line running from Kintore, in Aberdeenshire, to Tealing in Angus has been published. 

Power Cuts & Safety

Please call 105 to report a power cut, network damage or an emergency to your local Distribution Network Operator. Our sister-business, SSEN Distribution, takes care of delivering electricity through its distribution network across North Scotland and the islands.
Power cut? Please call 105 to report an emergency or power cut to your local Distribution Network Operator.

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    View important documentation, reports and submissions in our Information Centre