Addleshaw Goddard advises Noriker Power on major UK BESS project

International law firm Addleshaw Goddard has advised Noriker Power on the Kilmarnock South Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project, in South Ayrshire, Scotland which has now begun construction.

The 350MW project represents a significant addition to the UK's energy infrastructure, providing essential grid stability services, helping to mitigate wind energy curtailment and supporting Scotland's transition towards a net zero power system. Once complete, it will be the longest duration asset in CIP’s UK storage portfolio. 

Noriker, a leading developer of energy storage and stability services, has been at the forefront of BESS development in the UK since 2015, having developed and built 14 utility-scale battery storage and hybrid energy facilities that support the UK electricity grid. It sold the project to Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) in January 2026 following a pre-sale design and critical equipment procurement programme, which transitioned into a comprehensive Construction Management Agreement.

The Addleshaw Goddard team supporting Noriker was led by Real Estate Partner Steven McAllister and included Derek McCombe, Kevin Beattie and Jordan Kerr (Corporate), Emma Peveril (Property), Sarah Baillie (Planning), Anthony McDonnell (Projects) and Alan Shanks and Poppy Corr (Finance).

Steven McAllister said: "It is fantastic to see Kilmarnock South move into the construction phase. Projects of this scale are critical to strengthening the UK's energy infrastructure, enabling the greater integration of renewable generation and supporting the transition to a more secure, flexible and low-carbon energy system.

"We have been delighted to support Noriker Power on this milestone project, working alongside its team through the successful sale to Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners and the arrangements required to bring the project to construction. The start of works is an important achievement for everyone involved and we look forward to seeing Kilmarnock South play a significant role in supporting Scotland's and the UK's net zero ambitions."

The Kilmarnock South BESS project is now in its main construction phase, with commercial operations targeted for Q1 2028. First Berlin Securities Brokerage acted as exclusive sell-side M&A adviser to Noriker Power on the transaction.

Addleshaw Goddard has advised on a number of landmark battery storage and energy transition projects across the UK, reinforcing its position as one of the leading legal advisers in the rapidly growing energy storage sector.

Sarah Baillie, Co-Head of the Power Sector added “This latest deal is another example of Addleshaw Goddard’s leading role in the energy storage market and our continued commitment to supporting the growth of this critical sector. It is CIP’s fourth transmission-connected BESS investment in Scotland, all of which the team have advised on. Together, the four projects total 1.85 GW/4.4 GWh, which is an equivalent to almost a third of Great Britain’s operational battery storage today. Our market leading multidisciplinary team combines deep expertise supporting clients through the full lifecycle of energy storage projects. As the market continues to evolve, we are proud to be working at the forefront of the sector, helping developers and investors navigate complexity, unlock opportunities and deliver the infrastructure essential to the UK’s energy transition.”