Brief
FGS Pilcher was engaged to deliver enabling works, civils support, and site infrastructure for a nationally significant solar project on the North Kent Peninsula. Spanning over 800 acres, the scheme forms part of the UK’s commitment to clean, large-scale renewable energy.
The Challenge
The project required delivery within a sensitive coastal landscape, with strict ecological controls, variable ground conditions, and a demanding phased programme. Logistics also posed challenges due to the site’s rural location and scale.
Our Solution
FGS Pilcher provided a fully integrated service, combining environmental compliance, engineering expertise, and coordinated site support:
- Land preparation, ecological protection, and temporary fencing
- Welfare and compound setup, haul routes, and access planning
- Ground investigations and engineered foundation solutions
- Installation of Helicasol screw piles – low-impact, vibration-free, and ideal for sensitive soils
- Mechanical install support and logistics across multiple zones
Outcome
- All works completed to programme
- Zero environmental non-conformances
- Stable, sustainable foundations with minimal surface disturbance
- Seamless support for one of the UK’s largest solar projects
Conclusion
This project highlights FGS Pilcher’s capability to deliver complex renewable energy infrastructure safely, responsibly, and efficiently.