Tele-Fonika Kable S.A. will supply onshore cables and accessories for the Bałtyk 2 and Bałtyk 3 offshore wind farms.
Myślenice, 12th September 2024 – Tele-Fonika Kable S.A. (TFKable), a global supplier of high-voltage (HV) and extra-high-voltage (EHV) cable systems for the renewable energy sector has been selected to supply onshore cables and accessories for the strategic offshore wind farm projects Bałtyk 2 and Bałtyk 3. The contract has been awarded directly by the special purpose vehicle of Equinor and Polenergia.
The Bałtyk 2 and Bałtyk 3 offshore wind farms, jointly developed by Equinor and Polenergia, will have a combined capacity of 1440 MW, providing green energy to more than 2 million households. These wind farms will be located within Poland’s exclusive economic zone in the Baltic Sea, at a distance of 22 to 37 km from the coastline. The first energy from both projects is expected to flow into the grid in 2027, with full commercial operation planned from 2028.
TFKable's facility in Bydgoszcz, located approximately 250 km from the construction site of the Bałtyk 2 and Bałtyk 3 wind farms, will be responsible for the design, production, and supply of 85 km of onshore HV export cables (220 kV), which will connect the offshore substation to the onshore substation, as well as 38 km of onshore EHV cables (400 kV), which will connect the onshore substation to the PSE power station. The scope of work also includes the supply and installation of accessories. The delivery of these components is crucial for linking the offshore substations to the onshore infrastructure. The choice of a local supplier underscores the significance of Polish involvement in this project and supports the development of modern renewable energy infrastructure.
Piotr Mirek, Member of the Management Board at TELE-FONIKA Kable and Supply Chain and Investment Officer at JDR Cable Systems, added, "Tele-Fonika has extensive experience in providing advanced cable solutions for the energy sector, as evidenced by our participation in projects such as Baltic Power and Baltica 2. Our involvement in the Bałtyk 2 and Bałtyk 3 projects continues our commitment to the development of renewable energy sources in the Baltic Sea. By collaborating with local suppliers, these projects will not only contribute to the economic growth of the region but also enhance the country’s energy security. "
The Bałtyk 2 and Bałtyk 3 projects include the installation of 100 wind turbines, two offshore substations, submarine export cables, and a full energy and telecommunications infrastructure. The HV and EHV onshore cables supplied for the Bałtyk 2 and Bałtyk 3 projects will be 100% manufactured at the Bydgoszcz facility, part of the TFKable Group. The schedule anticipates deliveries to commence in January 2025, with project completion expected by November 2026.