Contract Award: Egni Project

Wynne Construction has secured a major design and build contract for the Egni project at the Bangor University-led Menai Science Park (M-SParc) in Gaerwen, Anglesey.

The new building will be the second cutting-edge facility at Wales’ first science park, expanding the capacity of the existing 5,000 sqm three-storey building by providing additional offices, workshops, and laboratories, alongside dedicated space for outreach, training, and events.

Wynne Construction commercial director Simon Moreton said: “This prestigious project marks our first partnership with Bangor University and represents a significant addition to our growing portfolio of university projects across the North Wales region.

“We’re delighted to be working with the Bangor University and the M-SParc team to deliver a high-quality, sustainable facility that reflects the aspirations of the University and wider science and technology community.

“As with all our projects, social value will be at the heart of our approach. We will be investing in the local North Wales supply chain, creating opportunities for local businesses and employment, and fostering community engagement throughout the project.”

Bangor University vice-chancellor Professor Edmund Burke said: “Bangor University’s Science Park, M-SParc, was established as a driver for long-term economic growth and innovation in North Wales, building on the University’s research strengths and regional opportunities.

“From the outset, it was always the goal to expand the site to increase our support for innovation in science and technology. With the recent announcements of major regional investment, the need to grow our facilities and capabilities has never been clearer.

“This expansion will enable us to further develop our close engagement with local companies, ensuring that innovation benefits the wider community and supports sustainable regional growth.”

Ambition North Wales energy and net zero programme manager Meghan Davies said: “Egni is a significant project within our Growth Deal’s Low Carbon Energy programme, which looks to position the region as a leading location for green energy.

“We are excited to see Wynne Construction with its excellent reputation and strong commitment to sustainability appointed and look forward to considering the final business case in the near future.”

M-SParc’s managing director Pryderi ap Rhisiart said: “We’re nearly at full capacity at the current M-SParc building, and have seen some amazing partnerships, spin-outs, start-ups and established companies innovating and creating jobs since opening in 2018.

“With the recent announcement at Wylfa, and North Wales designated as an AI Growth Zone, this is the perfect time to join the M-SParc movement and take full advantage of these opportunities.”

Anglesey Council CEO Dylan Williams added: “The M-SParc Science Park is integral to the development and delivery of Anglesey Freeport’s innovation and research and design programme going forward.

“The new building will provide another essential resource and facilities needed to support economic development with innovation at its heart. Clearly, this initiative will also compliment the County Council’s existing Energy Island Programme and support our shared ambition of creating a vibrant local economy.”

Welsh Government Cabinet Secretary for Economy, Energy and Planning, Rebecca Evans said:

“M-SParc is an example of how strategic investment in research and development infrastructure can create high-quality jobs and attract further investment, whilst supporting our ambitions for a greener, more prosperous future for North Wales and beyond. “Our investment, in addition to funding from the North Wales Growth Deal, has provided an extra £2.5million in match funding, recognising the role M-SParc will play in capturing the benefits of forthcoming investment from Wylfa, Anglesey Freeport and the AI Growth Zone.”

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