Admie to Connect Aegean Islands to Greek Power Grid

Construction Phase Begins for Greece-Cyprus-Israel Electricity Interconnection

Admie, the Independent Power Transmission Operator, is making strides in connecting the Dodecanese and northeastern Aegean islands to Greece’s mainland power grid. The project, known as the Great Sea Interconnector, will end Cyprus’ energy isolation and bring substantial economic and environmental benefits to these islands.

The international tender for the 150 kV AC submarine cable project has entered its final phase. Fulgor A.E., Nexans Norway A.S., and Prysmian Powerlink S.r.l. are competing for the contract. The project is valued at €1.717 billion and is expected to be completed within six years.

Greek Energy Minister Theodoros Skylakakis highlighted the significance of this project, stating that it would bring affordable renewable energy to the islands and reduce their reliance on expensive fossil fuels. The interconnection will also ease the burden on the Public Utility Services, which is currently borne primarily by mainland consumers.

The Dodecanese islands, including Kos, Rhodes, and Karpathos, will connect to the mainland grid via Corinth in two phases. The northeastern Aegean islands—Lemnos, Lesvos, Skyros, Chios, and Samos—will follow in three phases.

Admie’s CEO, Manousos Manousakis, emphasized the value of the framework approach adopted for this project, stating that it will ensure timely completion and cost-effectiveness. He also noted that this infrastructure will lay the groundwork for future offshore wind farms in the Aegean.

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