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Kikiwa New Static Synchronous Compensator (STATCOM)

Overview

What we're doing

Kikiwa SVC+ Site Progress (May 2009) Kikiwa SVC+ Site Progress (May 2009)

Transpower is installing a type of static var compensator (STATCOM) at Kikiwa.

Why we're doing it

This project together with the other subprojects of the Upper South Island Reactive Support project, will help voltage support in the upper South Island in the medium term.

Project Timeline

01.01.2007
Electricity Commission Approval
01.09.2007
Design Solution
01.06.2008
Award Tenders
01.03.2009
Construction
01.02.2010
Commissioning

Tendering

Tendering for this project (if any) will be made through either the GETS or Transpower website. Register at both these sites to be notified of any open tender release.

  • Project Reference:
    KIK-SVC-DEV-01
  • Region:
    West Coast
  • Status:
    Completed
  • Cost Bracket:
    C "$10 - $20 million"
  • Timing:
    2010
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