Intertek act as Marine Consultants for North Sea Network - Norway to UK Interconnector
06 Jul 2012
The 750km HVDC North Sea Network (NSN) interconnector between Norway and the UK is a joint National Grid / Statnett proposed development and represents a strategically important project for both countries.
Intertek METOC is pleased to be awarded a 2-3 year contract to provide marine consultancy services to the NSN project. Our services will include management of the marine site investigation and survey operations – that are presently nearing completion, production of a Non-Statutory Environmental Report including stakeholder liaison, cable route engineering to home in on suitable landfall locations and cable route options, and the development of a web hosted GIS data management system.
National Grid’s project manager, Mark Pearce, stated “The scale of this interconnector project is unprecedented and therefore requires innovative thinking coupled with solid knowledge. We are delighted to have Intertek as part of the team bringing a wealth of offshore and interconnector experience and capability that can only benefit the project.”
James Hunt, Intertek METOC’s Head of Offshore Development & Cables, said: “Intertek is very pleased to be working with National Grid and Statnett on this ground breaking interconnector. Our team is fully aware of the challenges and opportunities that come with such a project and are excited at the prospect.”
Contact
Natalie Griggs
natalie.griggs@intertek.com
Intertek, Exchange House
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Tel: +44 (0) 1428 727800
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Intertek METOC provides specialist technical services in the marine, coastal and river environments. Our expertise helps reduce risk for our clients through all stages of an offshore development, including: feasibility, design, construction and operation. Key sectors are Energy (oil&gas, offshore renewables and marine cables) and Water.