Balfour Beatty has invested more than £5m in equipment to support the growth in its Power Transmission and Distribution business.

The company says it has built up the UK’s largest overhead line equipment fleet over the last 18 months, acquiring eight new Puller-Tensioner machines to support the delivery of major projects including the Bramford to Twinstead Electricity Network Reinforcement Scheme and the Isle of Skye Reinforcement Project.

The machines will support the installation and replacement of overhead lines and are fitted with the latest technology such as radio remote controls and onboard telematics.

Four quad and four twin Puller-Tensioners have already been delivered, with another 10 machines scheduled for delivery over the next 12 to 24 months.

Balfour Beatty’s UK Power Transmission and Distribution operational manager, Neil Johnson, said: “Our ongoing investment in power transmission assets further demonstrates our commitment to supporting both the UK electricity network and our clients in achieving greater efficiency and delivering exceptional quality.

"We stand ready to meet the demands of the market and play our part in helping the UK reach its ambitious goal of achieving net zero by 2050.”

Balfour Beatty has also invested in 20 new Massey Ferguson winch tractors, used for various lifting and carrying activities, which are set for delivery at the start of 2025.