NKT has been selected by TenneT to supply HVDC (High Voltage Direct Current) power cable systems for two significant projects in Germany. The company will design, produce, and install 525kV onshore and offshore equipment for the LanWin7 scheme and part of the NordOstLink project.
Project Details
The LanWin7 project is set to become one of the key offshore grid connection systems, linking to the multi-terminal hub in Pöschendorf, Schleswig-Holstein. This will facilitate the transfer of North Sea wind power to the mainland network. Additionally, the NordOstLink project will involve laying more cables to enhance capacity and flexibility within the grid.
NKT anticipates that commissioning for both systems will occur between 2033 and 2034. The contracts, valued at approximately €1 billion, were awarded under an existing multi-year framework agreement with TenneT, a Dutch-German transmission system operator.
NKT’s Commitment
Claes Westerlind, CEO of NKT, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership: “We are thrilled to once again be selected as a key partner for TenneT’s ambitious 2GW Program. This confirms our strong partnership and NKT’s leading position in the high-voltage DC power cable market. We look forward to applying our advanced power cable technology to these two additional projects in Germany, which will enable the energy transition in Europe by facilitating the efficient transport of wind power from the North Sea to the onshore grid.”
Conclusion
This collaboration highlights NKT’s commitment to supporting Europe’s energy transition through innovative cable technology, paving the way for a more sustainable future.
Sources
- NKT Official Website
- TenneT Press Release
- European Energy Transition Initiatives
