ANGLESEY-based tidal energy scheme, Morlais, was successful at the Constructing Excellence Wales (CEW) Awards held at Celtic Manor Resort, Newport.

The scheme is managed by social enterprise, Menter Môn, and won both the Climate Action and Infrastructure Project of the Year categories.

The CEW Awards celebrate achievements in the Welsh construction industry.

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This year, judges agreed Morlais stood out for its approach to harnessing tidal energy to reduce reliance on fossil fuels, as well as its partnership with contractor Jones Bros Civil Engineering.

As one of the world’s largest consented tidal stream energy initiatives, Morlais will use the tides off the coast of Anglesey to generate clean electricity.

The Climate Action Award recognises this commitment to renewable energy and highlights the important role it plays in helping ensure Wales progresses towards its climate goals.

John Idris Jones, chair of the Morlais board, said: "We are thrilled to be recognised in these prestigious awards, in particular as we lead the way on climate action and for our successful partnership with Jones Bros.

“This award reflects our commitment to building a sustainable future for our communities here on Ynys Môn, as well as for Wales.

“For us, sustainability not only means using renewable energy to generate electricity, but also providing jobs and business opportunities to ensure our communities remain viable.

“Our partnership with Jones Bros is part of this vision to create a sustainable economy in north Wales – as we support local companies to deliver jobs and training across the region.

“Jones Bros is a respected well-established family business that has delivered our landmark substation to time and budget thanks to their innovation, efficiency, and experience in infrastructure development.”

Huw Jones MBE, chairman of Jones Bros, added: "Receiving the award for Infrastructure Project of the Year is a significant honour.

“Working on the Morlais project has been both challenging and rewarding.

“This recognition from CEW is a testament to the exceptional teamwork and dedication that went into making the project a success.

“We are proud to have contributed to such a ground-breaking initiative."

Morlais’ first turbines are expected to be deployed in the sea from 2026.

The energy team at Menter Môn are currently working with several developers of tidal technology to ensure this happens.

The first phase of Morlais was funded by the European Regional Development fund through Welsh Government. 

Isle of Anglesey County Council, The NDA and the North Wales Growth Deal also support the project.