Ratcliffe-on-Soar Power Station, near Nottingham, owned by Uniper, closed its doors for the final time on the 30th of September 2024 after generating electricity for the UK since 1967. This marked the end of an era and a major milestone for the UK in its journey towards cleaner energy.
Now, as the plant begins its planned two-year decommissioning process, a range of surplus industrial equipment and plant and machinery from the site will be rehomed by equipment reuse specialists and online auctioneer Ramco.
So far, heavy equipment including two CAT tractor-scraper earthmoving machines and a Liebherr mining excavator – just a few of the many assets identified for reuse – have been collected by Ramco and escorted back to their specialist facility in Skegness to be prepared for resale. An auction of the three machines will go live on the 8th of November, making the equipment available to buyers worldwide.
A Liebherr R966 excavator arriving at Ramco's facility to be prepared for reuse
In addition to the benefits related to reusing surplus equipment, Ramco’s flexible and hassle-free service supports Uniper in efficiently clearing the site and meeting its decommissioning deadlines.
Henry Sanderson, Ramco’s Business Development Executive, said: “We’re incredibly excited to be collaborating with Uniper to help them rehome their surplus equipment, including some extraordinary machines, from Ratcliffe Power Station.
“Ramco has worked with the energy sector for almost ten years and is committed to helping organisations give their specialist plant & machinery a second life – all whilst generating a financial return and contributing to the UK’s net-zero targets.
“We’re looking forward to developing our relationship with Uniper and supporting them in their surplus asset reuse and sustainable business developments in the future.”