Scope of Work
Categories:
Environmental ServicesConsenting & PermittingGeophysical SurveyMarine CoordinationEngineering Consultancy
Quantities:650 km submarine cable (interconnector)
Cable Specifications:
TypeHVDC
Purposeinterconnector
Route Length650 km
Source text:
Document states the interconnector was expected to be 600 to 700 km in offshore cable length (1,400 MW capacity).
Contract Details
Award Date:5 Jan 2016
Client:
National Grid
Description
NIRAS was appointed alongside Intertek as a marine consultant to support permitting for the Viking Link HVDC interconnector. NIRAS’ scope included environmental consultancy input to the EIA, stakeholder engagement and regulatory permitting across jurisdictions, contributing to route selection and consenting for the offshore cable system (reported as c.600–700 km). The appointment was announced in January 2016.