Name of the Project
Power transmission line.

Location
The project will connect substations to the north of Santiago, Chile.

Client
Minenergia and CNE.

Project Description
The project forms part of Chile’s national power transmission system, which aims to strengthen the grid to support the numerous renewable-energy generating facilities (wind and solar) being developed in the area.

The project includes the construction and operation of a 250 km electricity transmission line.

The double-circuit 220 kV line will link three substations. The contract includes building one of them.

Potential Job Creation
Not stated.

Value
The project is valued at $125-million.

Duration
The project is expected to take 48 months to complete.

Latest Developments
Ferrovial has been awarded the contract for the build and operate the transmission line.

Key Contracts and Suppliers
Ferrovial (transmission line construction and operation).

On Budget and on Time?
Too early to state.

Contact Details for Project Information
Minenergia, tel +56 2 2 365 6800.