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Thursday 20th March, 2025
A big Newham “welcome” to Geothermal Engineering Ltd, which takes up residence in St Piran’s House, Heron Way at the end of March.
The company is a leading developer of UK deep geothermal power and lithium projects, and is behind work to build two deep geothermal wells at United Downs. The power plant is currently moving into its commissioning phase and is set to open later this year, when it will deliver enough electricity to the National Grid to power 3,000 homes 24/7.
As such, its workforce of 14 is set to double in size over the next 18 months, with much if it – from geologists and planning to human resources – working from Newham while making regular visits to the working site.
Julie Taylor, office and HR manager, said: “We chose to base ourselves in Newham because office space became available, and we liked the location. It's easy to get from the office to St Day, especially with the slip road onto the A39; and there are good transport links for employees and ample facilities to hand in the city centre.
“We look forward to playing an active part in the Newham community.”