The Dogger Bank offshore wind farm, set to become the world’s largest when fully operational in 2027, is projected to contribute £6.1bn to the UK economy. The report, compiled by BVG Associates for the project partners, outlines substantial long-term benefits for both the national economy and regional growth.
Situated between 130 and 200 kilometres off England’s north-east coast, the 277-turbine site will generate 3.6GW of electricity, enough to power about six million homes. Its onshore infrastructure spans South Shields, Teesside and Beverley in East Yorkshire.
The analysis indicates that North Yorkshire and East Riding of Yorkshire, along with the wider North East, will gain approximately £2.4bn in gross value added throughout the project’s 45-year lifespan. During peak construction in 2025, the development supported around 3,600 direct and indirect full-time equivalent roles. Over its operational lifetime, it is expected to sustain about 1,400 ongoing jobs annually, with over 600 of those based in the North East, covering engineering, turbine maintenance, and marine operations.
The Dogger Bank project reinforces the UK’s offshore wind leadership and highlights the sector’s role in strengthening regional economies while supporting the nation’s long-term energy transition goals.
