Hellenic Cables Wins Floating Wind Cable R&D Project
Cablel® Hellenic Cables has secured a key role in a floating wind cable R&D project focused on developing high-voltage dynamic export cables. These cables will transmit power from floating wind farms to shore, supporting next-generation renewable energy systems.
Floating Wind Cable R&D Project Collaboration
The project operates under the Carbon Trust and brings together major industry players, including:
In addition, organizations such as E.ON, ScottishPower Renewables, and others support the initiative, alongside the Scottish government.
This collaboration aims to accelerate the commercial deployment of floating wind farms by advancing critical cable technologies.
Development of High-Voltage Dynamic Export Cables
Hellenic Cables will support the design, testing, and development of dynamic export cables ranging from 130 kV to 250 kV. These systems will enable efficient and reliable power transmission from offshore floating turbines to land-based grids.
The company will complete this work during the first phase of the project, which is scheduled to conclude in March 2020.
Manufacturing Capabilities at Fulgor
Fulgor SA, a subsidiary of Hellenic Cables, will manufacture the cables at its facility in Soussaki, Corinth, Greece. The plant specializes in producing long-length submarine cables, supporting complex offshore energy projects.
Learn more about the company: https://www.cablel.com
Hellenic Cables operates under Cenergy Holdings (https://www.cenergyholdings.com) and produces power, telecom, and submarine cables across multiple facilities in Greece and Bulgaria.
Recent Infrastructure Projects in Greece
Hellenic Cables and Fulgor recently secured major contracts for grid expansion in Greece. These projects included:
- 18 km of 400 kV submarine cables, along with optical fiber cables
- Approximately 42 km of 400 kV land cables
The installations support the Rio-Antirrio grid extension toward the Peloponnese region, strengthening national energy infrastructure.
