Through a press release, NKT announced the addition of the NKT T3600 subsea trencher, a high-performance machine that will bury electrical cables at depths of up to 5.5 meters below the seabed. This technology responds to the growing need to reinforce critical infrastructure against threats such as sabotage and intense maritime activity.
An underwater trencher with state-of-the-art technology
Designed by OSBIT Ltd in the UK, the trencher has 3600 horsepower and jetting and cutting systems that allow it to operate in even the most complex seabed. Its deep burial capability ensures superior protection of high-voltage cables connecting wind farms and other renewable sources to power grids. power grids.icas grids.
The manufacture and design of the NKT T3600 is in the hands of British suppliers, ensuring specialized development and boosting the local economy through job creation and the involvement of regional contractors. The project also includes a launch and recovery system as part of this advanced infrastructure.
Complement to the NKT Eleonora laying ship
This investment is in addition to the deployment of the NKT Eleonoraa new vessel designed to handle heavier and longer cables, enabling it to cover longer offshore distances efficiently. The two technologies work together to optimize the installation of high-voltage subsea cabling in clean energy projects.
With a burial capacity that minimizes disturbance to the marine ecosystem, the NKT T3600 represents a breakthrough in low environmental impact technologies. The design addresses marine biodiversity challenges and seeks to keep underwater habitats intact during operation.
The trencher is expected to enter commercial operation in 2027, positioning NKT as a leader in deep burial solutions for subsea cables. This initiative consolidates the company’s commitment to safe, sustainable and secure energy from the seabed.
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