SSEN Transmission has confirmed the final schedule for moving two Super Grid Transformers to its Creag Dhubh substation project in Argyll.

The operation forms part of a coordinated effort to deliver major electrical equipment to the new substation near Cladich, strengthening the local transmission network and supporting growth in renewable energy across Argyll and Kintyre.

The first stage of the journey from Clydebank has been completed. The next phase will require two overnight closures on the A82 between Crianlarich and Tyndrum to allow the transformers to travel safely to Dalmally before continuing on to the Creag Dhubh site.

The planned closures are:

- Transformer 1: 7pm on Wednesday 24 June to 6am on Thursday 25 June

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- Transformer 2: 7pm on Friday 26 June to 6am on Saturday 27 June

A section of road at Inverherive, at the Herive Burn, will be closed during these periods to enable the loads to pass safely.

Local diversions and signage will be in place, and access for emergency services will be maintained throughout the closures. The transformers are then expected to continue from Dalmally to the Creag Dhubh site on Saturday 27 June and Monday 29 June respectively.

Lee Biddulph, SSEN Transmission's Project Manager for the Creag Dhubh substation project, said: "We have already completed the first stage of our transformer movements from Clydebank and are now preparing for the next series of overnight moves to Dalmally, beginning on Wednesday 24 June with the first transformer, followed by the second on Friday 26 June.

"This is a complex operation, and we continue to work closely with our road traffic partners to minimise disruption. Changes to delivery schedules are common for movements of this scale, as they depend on weather conditions, safety checks and close coordination with partner organisations.

"We are grateful for the continued patience and support of the public and our partner organisations as we deliver infrastructure that will strengthen the local network and support renewable energy growth across Argyll."

For more information on the Creag Dhubh substation project, visit SSEN Transmission's website.