As we continue our Sponsor Spotlight series, we're delighted to recognise SSEN Transmission, a valued HebCelt partner that has sponsored the festival for the past three years.
Partnerships like this are about much more than sponsorship, they're about investing in communities, creating opportunities, and helping the places we live and work continue to thrive.
Through the Western Isles HVDC Link and Lewis Hub, SSEN Transmission is delivering a transformational project that will connect the Western Isles to Great Britain's electricity transmission network, helping unlock up to 1.8GW of renewable electricity generation in support of the UK's clean energy future.
The project's impact is already being felt across the islands, with:
⚡ Over £1 million in community benefits unlocked locally
🏘️ Investment in new affordable housing
💼 Millions of pounds invested into the Lewis economy, supporting hundreds of jobs and creating opportunities for local businesses.
At HebCelt, SSEN Transmission's engagement tent has become a popular destination in the heart of the festival arena, giving festival-goers the opportunity to connect directly with the local team and learn more about the work taking place across the Western Isles.
Visitors were able to:
⚡ Charge their mobile phones free of charge at the festival tent
🎁 Pick up complimentary merchandise
💬 Meet the local team to learn about current and upcoming projects across the Western Isles
🖥️ Explore interactive 3D models and discover more about the infrastructure helping to shape our islands' future.
In 2026, SSEN Transmission strengthened its commitment to HebCelt by expanding its sponsorship beyond the main festival to include our Rural Concert in Harris and our Family Concerts at Stornoway Town Hall and An Lanntair, helping us bring live music and cultural experiences to communities across the islands.
We're proud to be working alongside an organisation that shares our commitment to community engagement and creating lasting local impact. As we look ahead to HebCelt 2027, we're excited to continue building on this successful partnership, with early conversations already exploring innovative new ideas and experiences for next year's festival.
Thank you to everyone at SSEN Transmission for your continued support. Together, we're helping to create a festival that celebrates music, culture, community and the future of the Western Isles.
Find out more about the Western Isles HVDC Link project: Here
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