Swedish TSO contracts Sweco for grid modernisation

Looking to modernise the country’s transmission grid, state-owned Swedish TSO Svenska kraftnät has tasked engineering and architectural consultancy firm Sweco with a review and upgrade of the electricity transmission grid throughout Sweden.

This entails ensuring the reliability of the 16,000km of overhead lines that make up the backbone of Sweden’s electricity supply.

Sweco will complete a preliminary study as well as pre-planning and detailed project planning of measures to be taken for a review of the overhead lines throughout Sweden.

The assignment also includes geotechnical surveys along the overhead lines.

Sweco is participating in these efforts by analysing and compiling input data and by evaluating the measures to be implemented to ensure that the lines are operationally secure and safe.

The assignment began in May 2023, extends until 2031 and is valued at just over SEK50 million ($4.5 million).

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The announcement comes as the power grid has been gaining increased recognition across the European Union for its crucial role in the energy transition.

Namely, a stable and modern electricity grid is a prerequisite for the ongoing electrification of society. Additionally, as more renewable sources come online, a smarter and expanded electricity grid will be needed to accommodate.

Svenska kraftnät’s electricity transmission system mainly comprises overhead lines that require proactive maintenance to function optimally.

“Svenska kraftnät is now making extensive future investments in the electricity grid and Sweco is proud to be able to assist with multidisciplinary expertise. We support Svenska kraftnät in its long-term efforts to develop and secure the reliability of a robust national grid that secures the supply of electricity and contributes to a more resilient society,” stated Ann-Louise Lökholm Klasson, president of Sweco Sweden, in a press release announcing the partnership.