NKT HVDC Hertel-New York Contract Backs CHPE Project

NKT signed a contract to supply the high-voltage direct current (HVDC) onshore power cable system for the Hertel-New York project. This Canadian transmission line links directly to the Champlain Hudson Power Express (CHPE), which will carry clean hydropower from Canada to New York City.

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Under the contract, NKT will design and manufacture a 2 x 60 km, 400 kV HVDC onshore cable system. The deal has an estimated value of €90 million. NKT will produce the cables at its factory in Karlskrona, Sweden, and plans to deliver them in 2024.

How the NKT HVDC Hertel-New York Contract Supports Hydropower Flow

The Hertel-New York project plays a vital role in moving sustainable hydropower from Hydro-Québec to New York State. It will transmit onshore power from the Hertel substation in Québec to a submarine cable section that runs toward the U.S. border. At that point, the system connects into the CHPE transmission line and continues on to New York.

When the full CHPE system enters service, it will rank among the largest infrastructure investments in New York’s history. In addition, it will help the state reach its goal of obtaining 70% of power generation and consumption from renewable energy by 2030.

NKT HVDC Hertel-New York Contract Expands North American Presence

“I am very satisfied that we have been awarded the contract for Hertel-New York, which further cements our position as a key partner in ensuring the transmission of renewable power to New York,” said Alexander Kara, President & CEO of NKT.

He also noted that this project is strategic for NKT. The company looks forward to close collaboration with Hydro-Québec and plans to grow its market presence in Canada and the United States, where the green transition continues to create new grid and transmission opportunities.

Author: WJI staff and wire services