Committee publication · Correspondence · 26 February 2026 · HC 459
Correspondence from Great British Energy regarding GB Energy Headquarters, dated 12 February 2026
Summary
Great British Energy's CEO informs the Scottish Affairs Committee that the organisation has secured 2 Marischal Square in Aberdeen as its permanent headquarters. The facility will consolidate corporate functions, supply chain operations, and development projects, with relocation planned for later in 2026. GBE plans active recruitment from local talent to support UK-wide energy transition initiatives.
Key findings
- Great British Energy has confirmed 2 Marischal Square, Aberdeen as permanent headquarters location
- New HQ will consolidate core corporate functions, supply chain activity, local power plans and major development projects
- Relocation from current AB1 building base planned for later in 2026
- Organisation actively recruiting local talent and engaging regional partners on job opportunities
- GBE positions Aberdeen as central to UK's energy transition efforts
Tone
SupportiveTopics
energy-policyregional-developmentemployment
Key actors
Patricia Ferguson MP, Dan McGrail, Great British Energy, Scottish Affairs Committee
Notable line
“We are proud to call Aberdeen our home and remain fully committed to helping drive the region's role at the forefront of the UK's energy transition.”
Key Quotes
“We have confirmed 2 Marischal Square as the permanent home for Great British Energy's headquarters in Aberdeen.”
“Our new HQ will bring together GBE's core corporate functions, supply chain activity, local power plans and major development projects.”
“We plan to transfer from our current base at the AB1 building to our permanent headquarters later this year.”
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