Transgrid announces construction partners for the HumeLink project
Transgrid has announced its two partners to deliver the proposed nation-critical transmission project HumeLink.
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Australia, Sydney: Transgrid has announced its two partners to deliver the proposed nation-critical transmission project HumeLink.
The project should help secure energy supply for millions of Australians as ageing coal-fired power stations are retired. CEO Brett Redman said: “HumeLink is a vital link in the National Electricity Market which will reinforce and support the critical southern network of NSW and Victoria. A secure national electricity grid is dependent on the acceleration of major transmission projects needed to realise the Federal and NSW governments’ vision for Australia’s clean energy future.”
The delivery of HumeLink will involve the construction of a 385 km route in two sections (east and west) including new transmission lines and new or upgraded infrastructure at four substation locations. Transgrid has awarded $2.9 billion in contracts to two reputable Tier 1 delivery partners with experience in delivering infrastructure projects in regional NSW: HumeLink East: ACCIONA and GenusPlus Group Ltd (JV); and HumeLink West: UGL and CPB Contractors (JV).
The contracts are structured in two stages, with early works to begin immediately and finish in mid-2024, including detailed design, investigations, procurement and project mobilisation. The second stage will include the main construction works and begin after all project approvals and the final investment decision is made, which is expected to occur in mid-2024.
“HumeLink will provide substantial opportunities for jobs and suppliers at regional and national level. It represents a once-in-a-generation investment in the nation’s energy future and is expected to deliver more than $500 million in net benefits for Australians,” said Mr Redman.
Source: Transgrid
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