3sun Group moves into offshore wind sector with new Hull base

3sun Group has opened a new base in Hull in the northeast of the UK and says it hopes to create 50 jobs locally. Well known in the offshore oil and gas sector for manufacturing, installation and maintenance services, and for engineering solutions, modifications and retrofits to existing systems, statutory inspection, testing and certification, and technical and vocational training, the group is moving into the renewables sector and hopes to provide the same kind of services for the offshore wind industry in the UK and rest of Europe.

3sun Group says it plans to support local energy firms such as Siemens, who have recently invested in the region as part of their commitments following a number of up-and-coming offshore wind contracts off the UK coast.

Commenting on the evolution of 3sun Group, chief executive Graham Hacon said: “Our premises in Hull allow us to continue to advance our strategic growth plans in the UK. We’re looking forward to an exciting new chapter, strengthening our position as experts in the offshore wind industry. By providing a local base, we are ensuring that we continue to exceed our customers’ expectations and meet the demand for services in the region.”

Recruitment will begin this July, with the aim to provide positions for 50 local 3sun Group employees. The group will provide specialist training to the new employees at their Hull base through in-house training provider 3sun Academy. Mr Hacon added: “We are committed to employing and developing a local workforce and our core electrical/mechanical technician roles will require the expertise of those who live in close proximity to Hull.” Since inception in 2007, 3sun Group has grown rapidly and employs over 280 people.