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In our line of work, we’ve seen it all. Projects that should fly, but don’t. Promising opportunities that stall before they even get started. In his latest article, Usman Darr, our UK Director of Engineering hits the nail on the head: the FEED stage is where too many good projects go off-track. - Misaligned objectives - Incomplete scopes - Underestimated risks - And chasing lowest-cost over best value At Kent, we believe the solution lies in integrated thinking from day one — building the right team early, prioritising value over cost, and keeping sustainability at the core. 🧠 Read the full article for practical ways to avoid these pitfalls and get your project off the ground with confidence.
At Kent, we are designing and delivering the world's decarbonisation roadmap. We’ve led some of the most ambitious CCUS projects around the world; including developing the decarbonisation backbone for the UK east coast with the Viking Carbon Capture. We engineered and executed the world’s first commercial-scale carbon capture facility on a power plant, Boundary Dam 3, in Canada, and the assessment and selection of low carbon and carbon capture technology for the UK’s leading industrial decarbonisation development, HyNet North West.
We’re proud to play a key role in delivering the Wormington Compressor Station project in Gloucestershire — a critical step towards improving the resilience and sustainability of the UK’s gas network. Working alongside United Living Group Infrastructure Services and National Gas, Kent will lead the engineering design and execution of a new, lower-emission 15MW gas turbine-driven compressor, supporting the UK’s energy security and transition goals. Our expertise in sustainable infrastructure will help ensure that this vital facility is future-ready, efficient, and aligned with national decarbonisation objectives.
The energy transition is picking up speed, and offshore wind is leading the charge. 🌊 From 8-10 April, we’ll be at WindEurope in Copenhagen, sharing how we’re helping clients design, optimise, and deliver offshore wind projects worldwide. With a track record of 50GW+ of offshore wind projects supported to date, we bring deep expertise in foundations, grid connection, digital solutions, and full lifecycle engineering—turning ambitious targets into reality. On Tuesday, 8 April, Graham Holden, Principal Engineer, will take the stage to present on reducing jacket transportation fatigue damage conservatism using a time-domain analysis approach—a key topic for improving the efficiency and reliability of offshore wind structures. Learn how our team will be shaping the future of wind at this year's event on our website.
AI is revolutionising the energy industry, but success lies in how well it is integrated with data and experience. At Kent, we are pioneering AI-powered digital solutions that enhance operational efficiency, asset performance, emissions reduction, and autonomous operations. As Wassim Ghadban, our Global Senior Vice President, Digital & AI, shares with NewsBase, AI is not a replacement for industry expertise—it’s a tool to empower it. From AI-driven predictive maintenance to autonomous operations, we are leading the charge in harnessing AI for a smarter, safer, and more sustainable energy sector. Read more about how we’re making AI work for energy on our website.
Real change comes from action, not just awareness. That’s why at Kent our Inclusion Blueprint is designed to drive measurable progress, from pay transparency and career sponsorship to creating a culture where equity isn’t an initiative—it’s just how we do things. The energy transition needs all voices, perspectives, and talents. We’re committed to eliminating barriers and creating a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to grow, lead, and thrive. Read Karen Blanc’s latest piece on what we can all do, not just today but every day. Let’s make sure today’s conversations turn into everyday actions.
With CommissionAbility™, you don’t just get software—you get a roadmap to success. Our system, powered by Ennova AI, includes over 2,000 benchmarked best practices, ensuring your project is commissioning-ready at every stage. Our team knows what needs to happen and when, giving you a clear matrix to audit readiness and improve your project’s likelihood of on-time, on-budget delivery. Ensure your project is set up for success from day one, visit our website to learn how.
At Kent, we’re turning energy innovation into real-world impact. From advancing carbon capture technologies to integrating hydrogen infrastructure and optimising energy systems with cutting-edge digital tools, we deliver practical, scalable solutions for a cleaner future. This month, we’re heading to Washington, D.C. for the ARPA-E Energy Innovation Summit, where we’ll be sharing how our engineering expertise is helping solve today’s biggest energy challenges. 📍 Meet us at the summit to explore how we can work together to accelerate decarbonisation and build sustainable energy pathways.
We’re delighted to announce that Kent has acquired Sudlows Consulting, a leading design and engineering firm specialising in data centres. This marks a major milestone for Kent as we take our first step into adjacent markets beyond energy, strengthening our ability to deliver world-class solutions in a sector experiencing rapid global growth. With over 100 data centre projects across 20 countries, Sudlows Consulting brings deep expertise in some of the world’s fastest-growing regions, including the Middle East, India, and South Africa. This is also our first acquisition since coming under the ownership of Nesma & Partners, demonstrating their strong support for our five-year strategy. By combining Sudlows Consulting’s sector expertise with Kent’s global platform and resources, we’re positioning ourselves as a leader in secure, efficient, and sustainable data centre solutions. But let’s be clear—this does not mean we’re stepping back from our energy business. Far from it. Our dedication to delivering for our clients across energy, low-carbon, and renewables remains as strong as ever. This move allows us to expand, not shift, our expertise. A warm welcome to the Sudlows Consulting team—we can’t wait to see what we achieve together! 📢 Read more about this exciting milestone: https://kentplc.com/news-insights/kent-completes-acquisition-of-sudlows-consulting-expanding-into-high-growth-data-centre-engineering-market
From consulting to engineering, build, commissioning and start-up to maintenance and decommissioning, Kent delivers solutions that meet your needs at every phase of the asset lifecycle. Choose Kent for world-class project delivery.
