Prysmian Group NGED Cable Agreement Strengthens U.K. Grid
Prysmian Group (official site) announced that it has secured the Prysmian Group NGED cable agreement to support the modernization of the U.K.’s electricity grid. The deal builds on a long-standing relationship with National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED), the country’s largest electricity distribution network.
Prysmian Group NGED Cable Agreement Boosts Grid Modernization
Through its U.K. subsidiary, Prysmian signed a medium-voltage cable framework agreement with NGED that will last for a minimum of three years. Under the agreement, the company will manufacture and supply cable systems mainly from its Wrexham plant in North Wales.
This agreement supports NGED’s mission to expand and upgrade the U.K. network, ensuring more efficient and resilient power delivery.
Strategic Collaboration Strengthens U.K. Infrastructure
Over the years, Prysmian and NGED have worked together on multiple major energy infrastructure projects. Notable collaborations include:
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North Sea Link – the world’s longest submarine electricity interconnector, linking the U.K. and Norway.
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Viking Link – the first submarine connection between the U.K. and Denmark.
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IFA2 – a submarine and land cable link connecting France (Tourbe) to the U.K. (Hampshire).
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Western HVDC Link – an interconnector between Scotland and England supporting renewable energy transmission.
Through these projects, Prysmian has helped enhance renewable energy integration and power reliability across Europe.
Hellenic Cables Expands Presence With Adriatic Submarine Project
Hellenic Cables (official site) also announced a new contract with Croatia’s Končar Group. The company will deliver 30 km of 110 kV high-voltage submarine cables for the Adriatic Sea, replacing outdated infrastructure and supporting sustainable energy distribution.
Manufacturing and Delivery Through Corinth Facility
The production of these cables will begin this year at Hellenic Cables’ Corinth plant in Greece and conclude in early 2024. The project includes the supply of accessories and engineering services for Končar Engineering Ltd., a regional leader in power transmission and rail infrastructure.
Ensuring Reliable Energy Supply and Environmental Benefits
This marks the second contract between the two companies. Their first collaboration in 2021 successfully delivered 12 km of submarine cables.
Gordan Planinić, MOB of Končar Engineering, said: “Once again, we selected Hellenic Cables for this vital project connecting the Croatian islands of Hvar, Korčula, Cres, and Lošinj. It ensures a reliable energy supply while helping protect the Adriatic Sea’s environment.”
