Marinus Link Project Updates

  • Completion Date04 November 2022
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www.marinuslink.com.au

Marinus Link is a proposed two-way electricity and telecommunications interconnector between Victoria and Tasmania. 

This project is a significant milestone for the North West Coast, and for Burnie.  

At 1500 megawatts (MW), it has a capacity equal to the power supply for 1.5 million homes!

This historic agreement between Tasmanian and Victorian Governments will result in more jobs, lower power prices and clear energy future. 

The Marinus Link will also unlock $7 billion in renewable energy projects including wind, solar and hydro developments - and clear the way for further renewable energy methods. 

The plans include a convertor station site at Heybridge.

This 'self-levelling' platform is out on the water near Heybridge.
It is used to carry out geotechnical investigations, which involves taking core samples - helping to understand the conditions of the sea floor.
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Marinus Link involves some:
  • 255 kilometres of high voltage direct current (HVDC) undersea cabling
  • converter stations at each end in Tasmania and Victoria
  • 90 kilometres of HVDC underground cabling - 150 times greater than all three current Bass Strait fibre optic cables combined!
  •  The first 750 MW stage is forecast to be built and operating from 2028, with the second 750 MW stage from 2030. 
  • Marinus Link Pty Ltd is a subsidiary of TasNetworks.

 

Community Update - Tasmania

marinuslink.com.au/category/community-updates

  • Sep 2024 - Works Notification, we are undertaking geotechnical investigations at our converter station site in Heybridge.
    These investigations will help us understand local ground conditions and design for the shore crossing for Marinus Link.
    www.marinuslink.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Works-Notification-GEOTECHNICAL-INVESTIGATIONS-Heybridge-v4.pdf
    May 2024 - Marinus means Tasmania can combine the benefits of solar, wind, and hydropower, giving Tasmanians the lowest possible power prices and new industries the confidence to establish in the state.
  •  Mar 2024 - Marinus Link is a project of national significance that will keep the lights on, and the economy running with clean power, as Australia transitions to its clean energy future.
  • Oct 2023 - Looking forward to seeing you at Burnie Show & Agri-Expo! 
  • Sep 2023 - Marinus Link and Burnie City Council join forces for Community Partnership Program
  • Mar 2023 - Engaging with you is key to our project Marinus Link, a complex project

 

Project Updates

marinuslink.com.au/category/media-releases

Sep. Easement and Lease Option Deed presented to landholders

Aug 

Marinus Link CEO Caroline Wykamp departs project in preparation for next phase

Aug

Marinus Link milestone sequencing update

Aug

Marinus Link secures cables: 2030 completion date locked in

Jul 

ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT UPDATE: EIS/EES public exhibition is now closed, next steps

Jun. Latest national grid plan released: Marinus essential to Australia’s future

May Marinus Link commences public exhibition for environmental approvals 

May Hitachi Energy’s HVDC technology to power Marinus Link, a key step toward Australia’s Net Zero ambitions

Mar Marinus transitions to tri-government ownership

 

2023

  • Dec   Marinus link calls on Australian businesses to tender, 
    Marinus Link as an urgent transmission project as part of the lowest-cost pathway to Australia’s net-zero emissions targets.
    Marinus Link has joined forces with JackJumpers’ favourite Milton Doyle in a partnership to raise awareness of renewable energy opportunities for Tasmania’s young people.
  • Nov   Graduates of the inaugural New Energy Technology (NET) program celebrated six months of hands-on learning
  • Oct   Marinus Link has launched an Uncrewed Surface Vessel (USV)
  • Sep   Marinus Link cable capacity reserved under agreement
  • Aug   Meaningful collaboration with First Peoples is an important topic
  • Aug   Marinus Link submits revenue proposal to AER for public exhibition
  • Jun    New Marinus Link leadership will continue to guide Tasmania towards a clean and affordable energy
  • Mar   Government, local business, and industry representatives gathered to talk
  • Feb   Consultants Tetra Tech Coffey will survey community organisations
  • Jan   We welcome Interim CEO Caroline Wykamp

2022

  • Dec  Going to tender – a major milestone for Marinus Link
  • Dec   The potential of a Renewable Energy Zone (REZ)
  • Dec   Funding agreement signals more jobs to come
  • Nov   Think the state of Tasmania
  • Nov   The value of Marinus Link
  • Oct    Historic agreement between the Australian, Tasmanian and Victorian Governments
  • Sep   Ensure reliability and security of electricity supply at the lowest cost to consumers
  • Aug   Marinus Link Pty Ltd welcomes new board appointments
  • Jun 2022  The Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) says Marinus Link must be build urgently

 

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