Northern Turbine Services establishes permanent Orkney headquarters
Summary
Northern Turbine Services has secured \xa3300,000 in funding from the Royal Bank of Scotland to purchase its leased premises in Orkney, establishing a permanent base for future expansion.Founded in 2015, the company specialises in the maintenance of smaller onshore wind turbines, many of which were installed when subsidy tariffs were high, providing a financial incentive for the development of such renewable energy sources.As these turbines move out of warranty, many models are taken out of commission or cease working, creating a need for maintenance; often at large scale.With a team of 18 employees and a turnover of \xa32.5m, Northern Turbine Services is looking to scale-up at its newly-secured headquarters.Director Adrian Kerins explained: By owning our Orkney base, we can enhance our operations, improve efficiencies and make plans for the future.This investment underpins our long-term commitment to renewable energy and sustainability in Scotland.Many of our customers are farmers and landowners, who rely on their turbines as part of their renewable energy mix - by ensuring these turbines remain operational, were helping them continue generating clean energy and financial returns.Margaret Keenan, senior relationship manager at Royal Bank of Scotland, commented: Orkney is one of the leading regions in the UK for the renewable energy sector and Northern Turbine Services plays a crucial role in supporting the operators on the island.Dont miss the latest headlines with our twice-daily newsletter - sign up here for free.