Sam Orchard

Tersus expands nuclear footprint with new contracts and regional growth

Tersus Consultancy Ltd is an environmental consultancy delivering excellence in safety and nuclear support services. With offices in Bridgwater and Cardiff, the team provides technical, environmental compliance, and project support to national and blue-chip clients across the South West and beyond. Tersus offers bespoke consultancy services to a wide range of nuclear clients, building strong …

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South West Surges Ahead: Nuclear Jobs Map 2025 Highlights Regional Growth

The Nuclear Industry Association’s newly released Jobs Map 2025 confirms what many in the sector already know: the South West is leading the UK’s civil nuclear workforce transformation. With 31,000 people now employed across the region, the South West has tripled its nuclear workforce in just a decade, up from 8,000 in 2015. This remarkable …

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South West Hub Tackles Nuclear Skills Crisis with Regional Firepower

The UK’s nuclear sector is facing a workforce crunch. With 80% of employers reporting talent shortages, the pressure is mounting to find, train, and retain skilled professionals across civil and defence programmes. In response, the South West Regional Hub (SWH) has emerged as a key delivery arm of the Nuclear Skills Taskforce, translating national ambition …

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West Country Welding – Case Study

  Case Study: West Country Welding Supplies West Country Welding Supplies is a specialist provider of welding equipment, consumables, and PPE, supporting contractors and subcontractors working on Hinkley Point C. With a focus on reliability, speed, and technical expertise, the company plays a vital role in keeping critical site operations running smoothly. Supporting Delivery at …

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Bartlett Bid Management – Case Study

Bartlett Bid Management (BBM) supports contracting companies across the UK in securing tenders within the nuclear sector. With experience spanning Hinkley Point C, Sizewell C, and major infrastructure programmes, BBM brings strategic insight and hands-on delivery to complex bidding processes. Securing a Decade of Nuclear Delivery – In 2024, BBM led the successful bid for …

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At the Severn Edge

  The Severn Edge Vision, incorporating the decommissioned sites at Oldbury-on-Severn and Berkeley, as well as the land designated for new nuclear under the existing energy policy (NPS-6), sets out Western Gateway’s ambition to develop a low-carbon energy hub at Severn Edge. It forms part of Western Gateway’s wider vision to create a low-carbon super …

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The Dome was safely lifted into its final position on top of the Unit 1 Reactor Building.

Hinkley Point C is leading the way for the new generation of nuclear.

On 23 January, EDF updated on the schedule and estimated cost for Hinkley Point C. Such updates are always bound to generate interest. But they also need to be seen in the wider context of the challenges facing all large, complex projects of this nature. EDF’s update explains more. Hinkley Point C is an important …

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The nuclear renaissance – an update from across Europe

NIA International Event – 8th November, Knutsford The latest NIA (Nuclear Industry Association) International Group event focussed on working in France, Poland and central Europe. Fantastic guest speakers from businesses across Europe shared their experiences and insight, followed by updates on the developing nuclear programmes in Poland, Slovakia, Hungary, and Romania. Almost 100 business representatives …

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