Project partners gathered today to formally mark the start of construction on the new Egni development, which will expand the park’s capacity to support businesses, researchers and innovators working across low carbon energy and advanced technologies.
The new building, being delivered by Wynne Construction, is expected to be completed by summer 2027. It will provide high-quality office, laboratory and workshop space, alongside dedicated facilities for collaboration, skills development and community engagement. The development will also include an innovation hall and a dedicated materials analysis centre, significantly expanding M-SParc’s ability to support companies operating in the low carbon energy sector.
A key element of the development is the expansion of Bangor University’s low carbon research capability, including the work of the Nuclear Futures Institute (NFI), helping create new opportunities for collaboration between academia and industry.
The project is being backed by £3.94m from the North Wales Growth Deal, jointly funded by UK Government and Welsh Government, alongside a further £2.5m from Welsh Government, £3m from Anglesey Freeport and £580,000 from Bangor University. The North Wales Growth Deal is delivered by Ambition North Wales, it is a £1 billion investment to the region, £240m of which is funded by both Welsh and UK Government.
Professor Edmund Burke, Vice-Chancellor said:
M-SParc has already established itself as a hub for innovation in low carbon energy and emerging technologies. The Egni development builds on the park’s established innovation ecosystem and strong research links, creating an integrated environment where academic expertise and industry partners can work side by side to accelerate real world applications and attract further investment.
Pryderi ap Rhisiart, Managing Director of M-SParc, said:
Cllr Gary Pritchard, Lead Member for the Low Carbon Energy Programme, Ambition North Wales and Leader of Isle of Anglesey Council, said:
M-SParc sits within Anglesey Freeport’s Central Anglesey Tax Site, making Egni the first capital project to be delivered through the Anglesey Freeport programme.
Chair of the Anglesey Freeport Company, Dylan J. Williams, said:
A key element of the development is the expansion of Bangor University’s low carbon research capability, including the work of the Nuclear Futures Institute (NFI). The investment will support the region’s transition to a low carbon future by creating high-quality jobs, developing skills and enabling businesses to scale.
Minister for Enterprise, Connectivity and Energy, Adam Price, said:
Wales Office Minister Anna McMorrin, said:
With the current building nearing full capacity, the Egni development represents the next major phase in M-SParc’s growth and its contribution to the North Wales economy.
The M-SParc Freeport site is now ready for its next phase of development, and we encourage ambitious businesses and investors looking to grow in North Wales to get in touch.
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Tom used to work at the KFC in his hometown of Colwyn Bay before it mysteriously burned down. He then spent several years “on the lam” in East Germany, where he worked as an animator in Berlin. When the wall fell, Tom came home.
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