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Project advancing - milestone achieved
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Minor progress or informational
National Grid named Siemens Energy as preferred bidder to deliver the two HVDC converter stations for the 2 GW Sea Link project, with one converter station proposed in Suffolk and one in Kent. The preferred-bidder decision followed an extensive competitive procurement process and enabled National Grid and Siemens Energy to begin planning activity ahead of full contract award; the announcement noted Sea Link remains subject to planning consent and, if approved, construction is expected to start in 2027.