Interconnections
(6/30/2008)
Bilateral or multilateral regional cooperation is of major importance for all electricity systems.
Interconnections between neighbouring electricity systems helps countries with the security of supply, efficient use and operation of the electricity system as well as increased competition in electricity markets.
Statnett is as a Transmission System Operator (TSO) as well as a provider of consultancy services constantly involved with planning, construction and operation of interconnections. Statnett is among the most experienced companies in the world on Commercial, Legal and Technical aspects in addition to Market Solutions for interconnections.
Commercial and Legal Aspects
An Interconnection to neighbouring countries will always create the need for sustainable solutions related to commercial and legal aspects. Statnett has extensive worldwide experience on topics like:
Technical Aspects
The company constitutes a major centre of expertise for both HVAC and HVDC project activities. Internationally we are for the time being concentrating our consultancy services on HVDC activities with focus on:
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Project management
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Engineering and Studies:
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Feasibility studies
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Licensing
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Environmental assessment studies
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System studies
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Power engineering
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Civil engineering
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RAM studies
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Route surveys
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R&D projects
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Preparation of tender documents
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Contracting and contract follow-up
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On site management
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Commissioning
Operational Aspects
Based on our long-term experience as a TSO, Statnett can offer a complete package of services related to operation of interconnections. Internationally we focus on:
Operation maintenance (pdf)
Planning of HVDC links (pdf)
