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In a significant achievement for the renewable energy sector, NKT has successfully completed the Shetland HVDC Link, a turnkey project connecting the Shetland Islands to Scotland's main grid via a 320 kV high-voltage direct current (HVDC) interconnector. This link, developed in collaboration with SSEN Transmission, now facilitates the transmission of 600 MW of renewable energy from the Shetlands to the Scottish mainland, marking a major milestone in Great Britain's green energy transition.
The Shetland HVDC Link, spanning 263 kilometers (253 km offshore and 10 km onshore), is vital for integrating renewable energy into the national grid, providing a steady flow of low-carbon power to the region. NKT's Karlskrona, Sweden, factory, powered entirely by renewable electricity, manufactured the power cables used in the project, underscoring the company’s commitment to sustainability from production to deployment.
Darren Fennell, Executive Vice President of NKT's high-voltage business, expressed satisfaction with the project's completion, emphasizing the company's ongoing collaboration with SSEN Transmission to support a low-carbon power supply for the Shetland Islands. He noted that this project not only strengthens the power grid in Scotland and Great Britain but also demonstrates NKT's expertise in HVDC technology.
The completion of the Shetland HVDC Link was achieved on time, within budget, and with a strong focus on environmental protection. NKT took extra precautions to monitor and protect local wildlife during the installation process, highlighting the feasibility of advancing the green transition while safeguarding biodiversity.
A key aspect of the project's environmental focus was the use of NKT Victoria, one of the most energy-efficient cable-laying vessels in the industry, for the installation of the submarine power cable system. This vessel, combined with NKT's state-of-the-art technology, played a crucial role in the project's success, ensuring minimal environmental impact.
The Shetland HVDC Link is now a cornerstone in Great Britain's renewable energy infrastructure, enabling the integration of renewable energy sources and ensuring a reliable, low-carbon power supply for the Shetland Islands and beyond. This project represents a significant step forward in the ongoing efforts to transition to a greener, more sustainable energy future.
NKT's completion of this project not only bolsters Great Britain's renewable energy capacity but also sets a precedent for future collaborations in the development of sustainable energy infrastructure. With the successful implementation of the Shetland HVDC Link, NKT continues to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of energy in the region, reinforcing its position as a leader in the global energy transition.
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