Siemens Energy has successfully delivered all 14 transformers for the NeuConnect subsea power interconnector project, which links the United Kingdom and Germany. This achievement marks another construction milestone for the $3.26 billion project.
The NeuConnect project, backed by investors including Meridiam, Allianz, Kansai Electric Power, and Tokyo Electric Power, involves the construction of a 725-kilometer high-voltage direct current transmission link between the two countries, with a transmission capacity of 1.4 gigawatts.
According to the project team, seven transformers have already been transported to the converter station sites in Germany and the UK.
Each transformer weighs over 200 tons and was initially shipped by barge and sea transport from Siemens Energy's factory in Nuremberg, before being transferred by road to the project sites.
NeuConnect reported that the buildings at both converter stations have reached their full design height, and more than 300 kilometers of subsea cables have been laid.
The main contractor, Prysmian, has laid over 300 kilometers of subsea cables to date. All cables in UK waters are now in place, while installation continues in Dutch waters.
Arnaud Grévoz, CEO of NeuConnect, stated: "The delivery of all 14 transformers was a challenging task and represents another key milestone for this important new energy corridor. With the onshore buildings reaching their full height and over 300 kilometers of cable already laid offshore, we are making strong progress and remain firmly on schedule."
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