Highgate Hospital, part of Aspen Healthcare, recently expanded its facilities as part of a £13 million modernisation project. The new two-storey wing includes 43 en-suite rooms, four operating theatres, a High Dependency Unit, outpatient services, and advanced diagnostic equipment such as CT, MRI, Ultrasound, and X-ray scanners.
To support these services, GCL was chosen to design and install a custom electrical system. This new ‘intra-structure’ ensured safe, reliable power delivery throughout the site—without interrupting the hospital’s daily operations.
The new extension required a power system that would:
Be installed during working hours without disrupting services
Supply both the original hospital and the new building
Use austenitic stainless steel and metallic trunking for safety and durability
Connect two new low-voltage transformers to the grid
Deliver power to operating rooms, imaging suites, offices, and plant areas
Blend with the design and layout of the new hospital wing
From the start, GCL engaged closely with hospital stakeholders to address several on-site challenges. These included:
Highgate Hospital’s existing layout posed unique access issues with complex cable routing due to limited space and awkward building layouts
The need for an advanced earthing system in scanning rooms, meeting MEIGaN standards
Delivering a UPS/IPS system to maintain backup power
Excavating through a narrow route to install the new supply
Coordinating crane and vehicle access in a busy hospital setting
Thanks to their hands-on experience, GCL created a plan that kept both safety and timing front of mind:
While installing new transformers, GCL kept power flowing throughout the Highgate Hospital site
To reduce delays, they organised a tight delivery schedule with specialist logistics
At the same time, they limited the amount of on-site storage to free up space for other teams
This careful coordination meant that all trades could work efficiently in the confined area—without affecting hospital operations.
Electrical services that comply with healthcare standards across all departments
Minimal impact on daily hospital activity
A well-executed project delivered on time and within budget
A seamless connection between new and existing systems
Positive feedback from hospital staff and engineering teams
A safety-first approach, especially in patient and staff areas
This project shows how GCL can deliver complex power systems in sensitive environments like Highgate Hospital. Their ability to plan around tight space, strict safety requirements, and active healthcare operations made them the right partner for this job.
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