Interconnector project between Tasmania and Victoria to accelerate Australia’s renewable energy economy.
Jacobs has been selected as the integrated delivery partner for Marinus Link, an approximately 214-mile (345km) undersea and underground high-voltage direct current (HVDC) electricity and data interconnector designed to bolster energy security, promote renewable energy investment and deliver tangible benefits to consumers in Tasmania, Victoria and the broader national electricity market.
Marinus Link’s 1500-megawatt capacity is equal to the power supply for 1.5 million Australian homes. As the integrated delivery partner, Jacobs will oversee the establishment and ongoing delivery of the first 750-megawatt stage, managing technical engineering and construction packages while implementing governance structures necessary for the high-voltage direct current cable and supporting substation infrastructure.
Jacobs’ president of global operations Patrick Hill said: “Nations worldwide need reliable, affordable and low emission energy solutions. Jacobs, together with Marinus Link, will deliver a step-change to the Australian east coast electricity grid, increasing access to low carbon energy sources in Tasmania to support the nation’s decarbonisation targets. This integrated delivery partnership will allow Jacobs to mobilise global experience in capital project execution, utility infrastructure enhancement and future energy demand planning to assure delivery for this critical asset.”
Marinus Link CEO designate, Stephanie McGregor, added: “Our collaboration with Jacobs is pivotal to the successful delivery of this critical national energy infrastructure. Marinus Link is listed as a priority for decarbonisation on the Australian government’s national renewable energy priority list and is classified as urgent in the Australian energy market operator’s optimal plan for the national grid.”
Marinus Link aims to strengthen energy security and affordability by delivering low-cost renewable power, expanding and strengthening transmission and fibre capacity, and driving investment in clean energy industries. It is expected to create 3,300 jobs and generate $3.9bn in economic growth, supporting business and a resilient national electricity market.
