ABP announced a long-term partnership with ScottishPower Renewables to support operations and maintenance activities for the East Anglia TWO and East Anglia THREE offshore wind farms from the UK’s most easterly port, where ABP has recently completed the Lowestoft Eastern Energy Facility.
This agreement marks a major milestone in Lowestoft’s transformation into a leading hub for offshore energy.
Under the agreement, SPR will utilize berths at LEEF for Service Operation Vessels and Crew Transfer Vessels, taking advantage of Lowestoft’s proximity to the East Anglian offshore wind farms.
This builds on SPR’s long-standing presence in Lowestoft, where it already operates its East Anglia ONE O&M base.
LEEF is a transformative £35 million investment by ABP in state-of-the-art port infrastructure, which was officially opened by the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, the Rt Hon Ed Miliband MP in January 2025.
Purpose-built to meet the demands of the offshore energy industry, the facility features deep-water berths, modern utilities, and future-proofed infrastructure to support shore power and alternative fuels.
Minister for Energy Michael Shanks stated that this partnership between ABP and ScottishPower Renewables cements the town’s role at the forefront of drive for clean, homegrown power.
Jess Asato, MP for Lowestoft, commented that this long-term commitment brings real momentum in transforming Lowestoft into a national hub for offshore wind.
Andy Reay, Head of Offshore Wind at ABP, stated that LEEF offers the infrastructure and strategic location needed to support world-class operations and SPR’s decision to utilize the berths for EA2 and EA3 operations is a strong endorsement of the facility’s strategic value.
SPR continues to deepen its investment in Lowestoft, committing over £8 million to expand its footprint in the town’s PowerPark.
This includes a new O&M base for EA3 that will accommodate around 100 people. During peak construction, SPR expects to employ over 2,300 people across its supply chain.
Ross Ovens, UK Managing Director – Offshore at ScottishPower Renewables, commented that the benefits of our offshore windfarms extend far beyond renewable energy generation, they contribute directly to the local and wider UK economy in 2025.
