Overview
EDF Energy is working with local partners to help Somerset businesses join the supply chain for the Hinkley Point C project.
Businesses in the South West can register on the Hinkley Supply Chain website.
Benefits of registering
Hinkley Point C is a multi-billion-pound project. It includes investment in nuclear reactors, construction, civil engineering and business services.
There are opportunities for many types of businesses. These include:
- florists and caterers
- fabricators and engineers
- taxi drivers and transport providers
- accommodation providers and service businesses
Many local companies have already secured contracts by working together. For example, a group of food and drink businesses formed the Somerset Larder and won a catering contract.
By registering on the Hinkley Supply Chain Registration portal you can:
- promote your business to EDF Energy and its main contractors
- register your interest by completing a short online form
- keep up to date with project news, build schedules and work packages
- access guidance, training materials and reference documents
- find business support to help meet quality and safety standards
- attend training events and information days to become ‘Hinkley Ready’
- meet main contractors at ‘meet the buyer’ events