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SSEN Transmission plans to begin onshore construction for the Western Isles HVDC Link in early 2026, with construction of the Lewis Hub HVDC converter station and AC substation near Stornoway expected to start early in the year, alongside early works on the mainland cable route at Dundonnell where contractor RJ McLeod will commence culvert replacement and associated traffic management in January 2026 to prepare for later cable laying.