Representation by Triton Knoll OFTO Limited (Triton Knoll OFTO Limited)
- Date submitted
- 9 June 2023
- Submitted by
- Members of the public/businesses
This relevant representation is submitted on behalf of Triton Knoll OFTO Limited (“TK OFTO”) requesting that it be treated as an Interested Party for the Examination of the DCO application for the Heckington Fen Solar Park (PINS reference EN010123) (the “Project”). TK OFTO was selected by Ofgem in November 2021 to own and operate the transmission infrastructure which connects the Triton Knoll Offshore Windfarm to the UK grid. The handover of the OFTO assets from Triton Knoll Offshore Windfarm Limited to the TK OFTO is in the process of being finalised, and this is expected to take place before or during Examination. The Book of Reference identifies several plots as land owned by Triton Knoll Offshore Windfarm Limited or in which Triton Knoll Offshore Windfarm Limited has an interest over which compulsory acquisition powers are sought. Accordingly, once the transfer of the OFTO assets is finalised, TK OFTO will have apparatus within the Order boundary and wishes to protect its future rights and interests in land and its apparatus. TK OFTO has been liaising with the Promoter to reach satisfactory agreement, and discussions are at an advanced stage. However, TK OFTO reserves the right to make further representations as part of the Examination process, including the provision of Protective Provisions, if an agreement cannot be reached.