Burges Salmon advises Rivington Energy on sale of Yarnton battery storage project

Independent UK law firm Burges Salmon has advised Rivington Energy on the sale of an Oxfordshire-based battery energy storage system (BESS) project.

The transaction involves the divestment of a 50MW BESS project in Yarnton, Oxfordshire, further supporting the continued deployment of flexible energy infrastructure across the UK. Battery storage remains a critical component of the energy transition, enabling greater integration of renewable generation and enhancing grid stability.

Burges Salmon advised Rivington Energy on all legal aspects of the transaction, drawing on the firm’s deep experience in energy and infrastructure projects and its strong track record supporting clients across the rapidly evolving storage market. The Burges Salmon team advising on the transaction was led by Malcolm Donald, George Robinson and Will Penfold from the Corporate and M&A team, with support from specialists across the firm, including Ros Harris and Jodie Dehaney in Real Estate, and Alec Whiter in Projects.

Michael Hughes, Chief Executive Officer at Rivington Energy, says: “We are delighted to have completed this transaction, which Burges Salmon’s expert team supported.  This achievement underlines our strong track record of securing project consents and bringing forward high-quality schemes that attract leading investors and partners.”

Malcolm Donald comments: “This transaction reflects the ongoing momentum in the UK’s battery storage sector and the important role it plays in supporting a more resilient and flexible energy system. We are pleased to have supported Rivington Energy on this latest milestone, particularly at a time when demand for flexible storage solutions continues to accelerate.”

This deal adds to Burges Salmon’s extensive experience in the energy storage market, where the firm continues to support developers, investors and funders on projects that underpin the UK’s transition to a lower-carbon energy system.