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The UK Data Centre Boom
Alongside the well-publicised expansion of offshore wind, nuclear new build, and battery storage, a parallel construction boom is reshaping the demand for engineering talent, grid capacity, and industrial land across the UK. The data centre market is growing faster...
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Small Modular Reactors: What They Are and Why the UK Is Building Them
Nuclear energy has moved from the margins of UK energy policy back to its centre. After years in which new nuclear was treated as too expensive, too slow, and too politically difficult, it is now part of the government's core thinking on energy security,...
Mactech Energy Group Introduce Darran Atter
Introducing Darran Atter ?We’re pleased to welcome Darran Atter to Mactech as Development Manager.Darran joins us following a highly accomplished career spanning over 30 years across major construction, energy, and infrastructure programmes. He brings extensive...
Why Britain’s Nuclear Future Runs Through France
France generates around 70% of its electricity from nuclear power. The UK is betting its entire new build programme on French technology and a French state-owned company. That's not a coincidence; it's the result of a decision made when Britain faced a hard truth: the...
Why The UK’s Nuclear Skills Crisis Goes Deeper Than You Think
Ask any project manager on Hinkley Point C what keeps them up at night and the answer is rarely budget or schedule, it’s people. Specifically, the right people, with the right certifications, clearances, and mindset to work in one of the most regulated...
Mactech Place 2,000th Worker on Hinkley Point C
Mactech Energy Group has successfully deployed 2,000 workers to Hinkley Point C, marking a major contribution to the delivery of the UK’s first new nuclear power station in a generation. Reaching the milestone of 2,000 workers deployed to Hinkley Point C is a proud...
Efficiency at Scale: HPC Unit 2
This summer, Hinkley Point C will hit a major milestone: the dome lift on its second reactor building. The milestone isn’t just symbolic—it’s a clear sign of faster progress, sharper execution, and growing momentum for new nuclear in Britain. On Unit 2, construction...
The Role of Recruitment in Shaping the UK Nuclear Workforce
The Growing Demand for Talent in the UK Nuclear Sector The UK’s nuclear industry is undergoing a major transformation with GW projects like Hinkley Point C & Sizewell C and the SMR and AMR revolution in the near future driving the creation of thousands of jobs. As...
Youth Engagement and Transferable Skills in Nuclear
As the nuclear industry grows, so does the opportunity to attract the next generation and re-skill professionals from adjacent sectors. This second part of our feature focuses on how the sector can expand its talent pool and ensure long-term workforce readiness....
UK Nuclear Workforce: Meeting Demand Through Diversity
The UK’s nuclear sector is undergoing rapid transformation, bringing both opportunity and urgency. In this first part of our feature, we explore the increasing demand for specialist talent and the critical importance of diversity in building a resilient and...
Assystem Acquires Mactech Energy Group
Mactech Energy Group is proud to announce its acquisition by Assystem, marking a pivotal step in our ongoing commitment to supporting the UK’s nuclear energy transition. This strategic partnership underscores Assystem’s dedication to advancing nuclear projects in the...
2024 – The Year of Nuclear
2024 has been a pivotal year for UK nuclear energy milestones, showcasing transformative progress in technology, workforce development, and sustainable energy solutions. From advancements in Sizewell C to breakthroughs in SMR technology to the progress of wholly...
SMR Competition: Who Will Great British Nuclear Choose?
The Small Modular Reactor (SMR) competition hosted by Great British Nuclear (GBN) has reached an important phase, narrowing down the list of contenders vying for government contracts to build SMRs, a key component of the UK's future energy strategy. As the UK aims to...
Why Sizewell C is Critical for the UK’s Net Zero Target
Net Zero Needs Nuclear Nuclear energy is key to the UK's ambition of reaching its net zero target by 2050. It offers a reliable, uninterrupted energy supply with the lowest lifecycle carbon footprint, making it an essential part of the UK's clean energy mix. Nuclear...
Mactech Become Corporate Members of Women in Nuclear UK
We are delighted to be corporate members of Women in Nuclear UK. WiN UK is one of over 30 international chapters under the umbrella of Women in Nuclear Global. Formed in 2014, WiN UK’s mission is to address the industry’s gender balance, improve the representation of...
Celebrating 1000 Placements: Mactech’s Hinkley Point C Success
A Milestone in Nuclear Workforce Solutions Mactech Energy Group proudly announces the successful placement of 1000 professionals for the Hinkley Point C project. This achievement highlights Mactech's essential role in one of Europe's largest infrastructure projects,...
Bridging the Nuclear Gender Gap
Empowering Women in Nuclear The nuclear industry plays a pivotal role in providing sustainable energy solutions, addressing global energy demands while minimising environmental impact. However, despite its importance, the industry faces a significant challenge: the...
WYLFA is the biggest prize in Welsh History
Last weekend I was back home in Cardiff to watch Wales take on France in the Six Nations with some colleagues from the French nuclear sector. The day was a melting pot of rugby cultures, from berets and bottles of Bordeaux to Brains beer and Max Boyce belting out...
Addressing the Nuclear Talent Gap
In this article we'll be exploring the methods on how to address the current nuclear talent gap crisis within the UK. Strategies for Attracting and Retaining Experts The global nuclear industry stands at the forefront of sustainable energy solutions, playing a pivotal...