General – Greenlink Interconnector
Sumitomo Electric Industries announces the successful completion of the Greenlink Interconnector Project, further showcasing its unparalleled expertise in cable manufacturing and installation.
This milestone achievement involved the installation of high-voltage direct-current (HVDC) and fiber optic cables for its client, Greenlink Interconnector.
The Greenlink Interconnector Project employs Sumitomo Electric’s innovative and environmentally friendly HVDC cross-linked polyethylene (XLPE) cables for submarine and underground electricity interconnection, linking the existing electricity grids in Ireland and the United Kingdom.
Greenlink will provide a new grid connection between Great Island in County Wexford, Ireland, and Pembrokeshire in Wales, UK. Electricity flows in either direction, depending on supply and demand in each country.
James O’Reilly CEO of Greenlink, said: “Greenlink is immensely pleased that Sumitomo Electric has completed all onshore and offshore HVDC cable installation work ahead of schedule. We eagerly look forward to the successful testing and commissioning of the project later this year. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Sumitomo Electric and their subcontractors for their outstanding contributions to the Greenlink project.”
