Contracts roundup: Mott MacDonald develops London Infrastructure framework. Arup to support UK's first SMR; AECOM appointed to £200m nuclear fusion programme; RSK and WSP win work for electricity grid 26 March 2026 | News | Business, Contracts, Energy transition, Infrastructure, UK Mott MacDonald develops London Infrastructure framework. Mott MacDonald is leading the technical development of a strategic pipeline, designed to modernise London's essential systems and unlock growth through 2050. The framework identifies 51 priority projects across transport, energy, waste, water and digital connectivity. These projects represent the most impactful schemes to unlock the city's growth and ensure resilience. Become an Environment Analyst member to continue reading this article and access the trusted intelligence hub for the environmental and sustainability consulting (E&S) sector, empowering firms to connect, collaborate and drive meaningful change. Free community membership. Become a community member of Environment Analyst and get access to: * Two selected articles to read for free each month * Fortnightly email newsletter * Free webinars and other exclusive content * Notifications regarding conferences and training Access all Environment Analyst Market Intelligence content and join the network of sector leaders who rely on Environment Analyst to guide strategy and maintain a competitive edge. With Market Intelligence membership, you can gain access to: * Flagship Market Assessments of the E&S Consulting Sector * Data-rich Interactive Competitor Profiles * Data-set on the Top 100 E&S Consultancies * M&A Activity in the E&S Consulting Sector * Independent News and Insights * Dedicated company analyst (C) Environment Analyst. You may circulate web links to its articles, but you may not copy its articles in whole or in part without permission CORRECTIONS: Environment Analyst Ltd strive for accuracy, but with deadline pressure, mistakes can happen. If you spot something, Environment Analyst Ltd want to know, please email Environment Analyst Ltd at: [email protected] Environment Analyst Ltd also welcome YOUR NEWS: Send announcements to [email protected]

Innovative Amsterdam terminal set to transform hydrogen and CO2 supply chains. Key points. * EcoLog is developing a new terminal in Amsterdam for liquefied hydrogen and CO2. * The terminal will have a capacity of 200,000 tonnes of hydrogen and 1.8 million tonnes of CO2 per year. * Innovative integration of hydrogen and CO2 cycles aims to boost overall efficiency. * Collaborations with major partners enhance the project's strategic implementation. EcoLog is embarking on an ambitious project to establish a terminal in Amsterdam's port dedicated to the import of liquefied hydrogen and the export of liquefied CO2, aiming to create a robust supply chain for hydrogen in north-western Europe. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to facilitate decarbonization in industries that are challenging to electrify, such as steel manufacturing, heavy mobility, maritime transport, and data centers. The Amsterdam terminal's first phase is projected to have a capacity of 200,000 tonnes of liquefied hydrogen (LH2) and 1.8 million tonnes of liquefied carbon dioxide (LCO2) annually, with the potential for expansion to 600,000 tonnes of hydrogen and 4.25 million tonnes of CO2. The operational goals target high-demand regions like Germany and the Netherlands, emphasizing the importance of this infrastructure in the wider context of the energy transition. To realize this project, EcoLog has awarded the contract for Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) to KBR, a US-based engineering firm, and appointed Mott MacDonald, a British consultancy, for technical supervision. The FEED contract is expected to be completed within the year, laying the groundwork for the terminal's construction. A distinctive feature of the project is the integration of the hydrogen and CO2 cycles. The cooling produced during the regasification of liquefied hydrogen will be harnessed to aid in the liquefaction of CO2, thus significantly enhancing the plant's overall efficiency. This innovative approach highlights EcoLog's commitment to sustainability and operational efficiency. In addition to this terminal, EcoLog has recently signed several agreements with industrial and technological partners to bolster its capabilities. Notably, a partnership with Gas and Heat focuses on developing LH2 storage and management systems for their vessels. Moreover, collaborations with Japanese companies such as Ebara Corporation and Kobe Steel directly link to the new terminal's development. Overall, this project signifies a strategic effort to build a commercial supply chain for liquefied hydrogen, an essential component in the ongoing global transition towards cleaner energy sources. By playing a crucial role in facilitating hydrogen's deployment, EcoLog not only aims to meet the energy demands of the future but also to contribute significantly to the reduction of carbon emissions in critical industrial sectors. March 25, 2026 at 12:22 PM Amsterdam, Netherlands

Investment helps power UTC Warrington's robotics teams. Learners at UTC Warrington have received a £1,000 investment to support their student-led robotics teams, after their exciting qualification earlier this month for the FIRST Tech Challenge UK National Final. The vital funding has been provided by AXIOM Joint Venture, a collaboration between Amentum, Assystem, and Mott MacDonald, which forms part of the Design Services Alliance, delivering design solutions for Sellafield Ltd. The investment will help the two UTC Warrington teams- Technically Wired and Wired Technically - to purchase key equipment including motors, sensors, cameras, tools and raw materials needed to further design, build and test their competition robots. The students competed in the regional competition in Liverpool on 7 March, where for the second year in a row, they secured a place at the national finals in London, and the opportunity to ultimately progress to the global competition. After a clean sweep at the regional final, where both teams qualified to represent the North West. Technically Wired were crowned overall winners. In fact, the achievements of the UTC teams were threefold: * Technically Wired were crowned the overall North west Champions. * Technically Wired also won the Inspire Award, which recognises teams that act as strong ambassadors for FIRST and its values, serve as inspirational role models to others, and remain top contenders across multiple judged awards. * The second team, Wired Technically, earned the Winning Alliance title, awarded for the best performance during the competitive matches. AXOIM's £1000 sponsorship follows a strong debut year in 2025 for UTC Warrington's robotics programme. Last year, the student-led team Technically Wired (team number 28908) won the FIRST Tech Challenge UK North West regional tournament as the Winning Alliance and went on to progress to the UK Championships. "AXIOM JV are really pleased to be supporting initiatives that demonstrate the next generation of engineers and designers. This is what our social value delivery is all about - helping provide opportunities for young people to pursue their passions in STEM." - Luke Mason-Hobbs, Social Value Lead at AXIOM Joint Venture Discover more Primary & Secondary Schooling (K-12) Geographic Reference "We were blown away by the professionalism and tenacity of UTC Warrington's Technically Wired team. Their Dragon's Den style pitch to our teams was sensational and secured AXIOMJV's commitment to sponsor the robotics team. We're watching their progress with both anticipation and excitement." - Tendayi Munyebvu, Programme Director at AXIOM JV The robotics competitions are organised by FIRST Tech Challenge UK, a programme that empowers young people aged 12-18 with technical knowledge and wider skills needed for careers in STEM. Teams operate like real engineering groups, designing, building and programming a robot to compete in progressive competitions. Along the way, students develop skills in teamwork, communication, project management, fundraising and engineering. "We're incredibly grateful to AXIOM JV for supporting our teams. Being part of Technically Wired is both challenging and exciting - we get to design, build and programme our own robot while working together to solve real engineering problems. It's an amazing experience that pushes us to think creatively, develop new technical skills and work as a team." - Hannah A, a member of the Technically Wired robotics team at UTC Warrington With their latest sponsorship secured, UTC Warrington's teams are now focused on refining their robots and preparing for the national finals at London's Copper Box Arena for two days of collaboration, high-octane competition, and celebration. Competing over the two-day event, the students will be up against 80 other teams from around the country. Currently ranked 4th nationally, Technically Wired have their sights set on the world finals in South Korea. UTC Warrington offers a unique and distinctive technical education for students aged 14-18, combining academic study with specialist engineering and digital pathways, industry-standard equipment and close partnerships with employers. In addition, the UTC was recently awarded CyberFirst Gold status, recognising UTCW as a centre of excellence for cyber. With many of our robotics team studying on our T Level Cybersecurity course, it's never been a better time to discover your future in digital security! Spaces are filling quickly - if you're interested in our T Level Cybersecurity course, visit our website and social channels to learn more.