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16/09/24
Spiorad na Mara – a proposed offshore windfarm, located approximately 5-13km off the west coast of the Isle of Lewis – has announced detailsof its first phase of public consultation. Commencing on 23rd September, this first phase of public consultation is an essential part of the development process for Spiorad na Mara, during which the project […]
30/08/24
We are commencing our first phase of public consultation on the Spiorad na Mara offshore wind project in September. In advance of this, we have started to create awareness of the activities that will form part of it. The first step is the delivery, by Royal Mail, of leaflets to all households and other properties […]
19/08/24
19 August 2024 Spiorad na Mara – a proposed offshore wind farm, located approximately 5-13km off the west coast of the Isle of Lewis – has committed to delivering a significant initial Community Benefit Fund, reflecting the unique aspects of the project and aimed at delivering benefits directly into communities on the west of the […]
08/07/24
View a PDF version of the Project Update GLASGOW, July 08, 2024 – In line with its commitment to keeping people informed and updated on the development of Spiorad na Mara – a proposed offshore windfarm approximately 5-13km off the west coast of the Isle of Lewis – the project is sending an extensive update […]
20/05/24
Further to our wind monitoring update issued on 16 April 2024, the project has submitted a planning application to install a temporary Met Mast on land, at a coastal location north-west of Barvas. If planning is approved, the Met Mast could be in place by the end of the summer and remain there for up to three […]
18/04/24
At the end of May/early June, we will be publishing an extensive project update on the progress of Spiorad na Mara.
16/04/24
An important part of the design and development process for Spiorad na Mara includes the need to better understand the wind profile on the Isle of Lewis.
21/02/24
On 21st February 2024, we commenced a survey of shipping traffic movements in the area of the proposed Spiorad na Mara offshore wind project. The survey is expected to run for 14 days.
23/10/23
During the week commencing Monday 23 October, the project will be deploying a Floating LiDAR (FLiDAR), to collect wind resource data, within the project site area
20/10/23
The latest milestone to be reached in the development of Spiorad na Mara – a proposed offshore wind farm off the Isle of Lewis – sees the project issue its Scoping Report
18/10/23
On 17 October 2023, the project commenced marine environmental surveys within the project site area.
10/08/23
Here is a summary of the recent feedback received, which will be taken into account as we look forward to more events during the months and years ahead.
20/06/23
We’re delighted to share with you the latest news and information on the proposed Spiorad na Mara offshore wind farm project. We’ve been making real progress and in this, our first newsletter, we feature a wide range of recently completed and ongoing activities, and we take a look at what’s coming up in the months […]
14/06/23
We're holding a total of four face-to-face public exhibitions, during which members of the local community can receive an update on the latest progress made on the project, and information on what is planned over the months ahead.
10/05/23
Agreement for sale of 24.5% stake in Spiorad na Mara and Havbredey projects. Northland to retain a majority equity stake in each project. GLASGOW, May 10, 2023 Northland Power Inc. (“Northland” or the “Company”) has signed definitive agreements with ESB for a 24.5% interest in its ScotWind portfolio (Spiorad na Mara and Havbredey). Northland will […]
02/05/23
Information gathered will provide detailed understanding of site conditions Surveys are required to inform the project design and Environmental Impact Assessment process GLASGOW, May 2, 2023 Offshore investigation surveys are set to begin across the site of Spiorad na Mara, a proposed fixed-bottom offshore wind project in an area approximately 5-13 kilometres off the west […]
23/03/23
Project names and branding designed by Stornoway-based agency following local research and consultation Northland Power Inc. (“Northland” or the “Company”) (TSX: NPI), a global power producer dedicated to helping the clean energy transition, today unveiled new names, brands, and websites for its two Scottish offshore wind projects. The two proposed projects, located off the coast […]
20/03/23
Northland is committed to supporting the Scottish and UK supply chain and will work in close partnership with local businesses and suppliers to ensure that opportunities are realised. Northland is keen to support the development of a new offshore wind supply chain in the west of Scotland. This will benefit local suppliers and the surrounding […]
20/03/23
Spiorad na Mara Set in an area approximately 5-13 kilometres off the west coast of the Isle of Lewis, the site of ‘Spiorad na Mara’ (Gaelic for Spirit of the Sea) neighbours the unique coastline of western Lewis. This area has deep connections with the seafaring industry. The wind farm’s brand identity is a tribute […]
02/02/23
ScotWind was the first round of offshore wind leasing in Scottish waters for a decade. The ScotWind leasing process enabled developers to apply for seabed rights to plan and build windfarms in Scottish waters. The result is that there are now 20 offshore wind projects with option agreements confirmed, which together total up to 27.6GW of […]
