Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind has announced that & Company, Inc. has been selected to lead the substation expansion program for Atlantic Shores Project 1, the first offshore wind project in New Jersey. , a Centuri company, is a leading union utility, mechanical, and electrical contractor with a strong track record in emerging clean energy technologies. With its headquarters in New Jersey and a century of experience in the local market, is well-positioned to support this critical infrastructure project.
Atlantic Shores Project 1 will deliver 1,510 megawatts of clean energy to New Jersey, generating enough power to serve over 700,000 homes. The project is expected to create significant economic benefits for the state, with an estimated $1 billion in investment.
“Atlantic Shores is thrilled to partner with on making critical near-term investments at the substation that support the local supply chain and create even more great-paying union jobs in New Jersey,” said , Chief Executive Officer, Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind. “These important infrastructure upgrades will enable us to bring safe, reliable, renewable power from our first offshore wind project onto the electric grid.”
“ is proud to support Atlantic Shores on this important infrastructure project connecting offshore wind energy to the grid in New Jersey. Along with our partners, Jingoli Power and Worley Engineering, our work is creating economic growth and job opportunities right here in our own backyard as we work to build a cleaner energy future,” said , & CEO.
The contract scope includes the engineering, procurement, construction, and installation of all new electrical equipment for an expansion of the 230 kV Cardiff Substation located in Ocean County, New Jersey. The expansion work will involve site preparation and the construction of a new electrical enclosure and control building to house a 230kV gas insulated switchgear (GIS) with associated controls. Other improvements include outdoor electrical equipment, 230 kV duct banks, cable trenches, ancillary/auxiliary equipment, and site fencing. These necessary upgrades, identified by the regional transmission operator, will create the point of interconnection to bring safe, reliable, renewable power from Atlantic Shores Project 1 onto the local electric grid.
Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind, LLC (Atlantic Shores) is a joint venture between Shell New Energies US LLC and EDF-RE Offshore Development, LLC (a subsidiary of EDF Renewables North America). Both companies have extensive experience developing onshore and offshore energy projects globally. Atlantic Shores is committed to delivering its 5+ gigawatt offshore wind portfolio to meet the growing energy demands of the East Coast, including New Jersey.
Established in 1909, has grown over the past century into one of the largest union utility, mechanical, and electrical contractors in New Jersey. With a focus on employee development and a commitment to safety, provides a challenging and rewarding work environment. was acquired in 2019 by Centuri Group, Inc.
