demolition contractor appointed as regeneration accelerates

Peel NRE has appointed DSM Demolition Ltd to manage the next significant phase of demolition at the ex-Fiddlers Ferry Power Station, marking the latest step in the transformational regeneration of one of the UK’s most recognisable industrial sites.

DSM, with decades of experience in the decommissioning and demolition of large-scale industrial and power generation facilities, will execute this next phase of the demolition programme, preparing the site for future development.

The work began on Monday 1st December and is expected to take approximately 18 months to complete. The contract is supported by a number of key partners including D360 Consulting Engineers Ltd, Addleshaw Goddard LLP, Arcadis and Turley who are advising Peel NRE on the works. 

Credit: James Webster, Ebborough Power station

Kieran Madden, Director at DSM Demolition Limited said:

“We’re proud to be working in partnership with PEEL on such an iconic site. Fiddlers Ferry represents a significant chapter in the UK’s energy heritage, and we’re honoured to play a part in its next stage of transformation. Our extensive experience in power station demolition enables us to approach this project with the highest levels of technical expertise, safety, and environmental care.”

DSM’s involvement at Fiddler’s Ferry builds on its established reputation as one of the UK’s leading demolition contractors, trusted to deliver major regeneration and industrial decommissioning projects nationwide.

Kieran Tames, Development Director at Peel NRE said:

“Awarding this contract represents another important step in delivering our long-term plans for Fiddlers Ferry. DSM Demolition Ltd brings proven experience in complex industrial demolition and will play a key role in safely and efficiently preparing the site for future sustainable mixed-use development.

“The transformation of Fiddlers Ferry is progressing at pace, this next phase clears the way for the site’s future and we’re proud to carry forward its legacy in a new form, creating a place that delivers opportunity, investment and long-term benefit for the region.”

Demolition works will include specialist asbestos removal alongside the demolition of key industrial assets. These comprise of the remaining conveyors, the Flue Gas Desulphurisation plant, precipitators and storage silos, as well as the systematic de-planting of the turbine hall and control room building.