Glenlee, a historic hydroelectric power station in Scotland, is set to undergo a £15 million upgrade to ensure it continues generating renewable electricity for decades to come.

Built in the 1930s, the facility features two 12MW generating units powered by water from the Clatteringshaws Reservoir, which stores more than 30 million tonnes of water annually. Glenlee is recognised as one of the most flexible and valuable assets in the region’s hydroelectric scheme.

Drax has appointed UK-based Quarzelec as the main contractor for the refurbishment. Quarzelec, an independent electrical engineering group, is a technical authority in rotating electrical machines and delivers solutions and services across both UK and international markets.

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Ian Kinnaird, Drax's FlexGen Assets Director, said: "Glenlee has been generating renewable electricity for almost a century, and this major refurbishment will help it continue to do so for many years to come.

"While Galloway's power stations may have been constructed decades ago, the homegrown renewable electricity they generate has never been more important. This multi-million-pound investment by Drax will ensure it is generating renewable power for many years to come."

Andrew Dawson, Head of Engineering at Quarzelec's HQ Facility in Rugby, added: "We are very proud to be given the opportunity to continue our long-term relationship with Drax on a project as significant as this. Our technical expertise is deeply rooted in the hydro and wider power generation market, and we are delighted that we can continue to develop the UK's renewable power schemes."