Grid connection and transformer solution for UK 2014

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The project, which is located on the Pentland Firth in Scotland, will generate energy from the strait between Orkney Islands and the Scottish mainland.

Phase I constitutes the demonstration phase and is expected to reach a capacity of 6 MW.

In an announcement made today, ABB confirmed that they would also be providing a transformer solution for the project, alongside the design, engineering, supply and commissioning of the power conversion and switchgear solutions. ABB will aim to provide

“We are pleased to facilitate this innovative project and tap the potential of marine energy,“ said Claudio Facchin, Head of ABB’s Power Systems division.

“It reaffirms the faith our customers have in ABB’s technology and proven capability to deliver safe, reliable and efficient grid connections which play a key role in integrating renewables, that are making an increasing contribution to the energy mix.”