Gravity – Agratas, Battery Gigacentre, Bridgwater
Gravity – Agratas, Battery Gigacentre, Bridgwater
- Construction: The project is underway, with the first steel frames already in place.
- Infrastructure: A new £123m motorway junction (Junction 22A) is being built to support the site.
What is this site?
Agratas, is a global battery business owned by the Tata Group, they are building the Uk's largest gigafactory in Somerset (near Bridgwater), with operations scheduled to start in 2027. The £4bn facility will produce 40GWh of battery cells annually for EVs and energy storage, creating 4,000 jobs and supporting the UK's green energy transition.
Site Development Progress
Agratas's Somerset project is highly significant for the UK, with the potential to provide a huge boost to the region's economy.
What activities are covered by the environmental permit?
Site currently at construction phase and will be consulted on shortly.
How do we regulate this site and check for compliance?
In line with permit conditions set. Site is currently under development.