THEVA reaches milestone: Successful deployment of the world’s first superconducting 110 kV high-voltage cable
THEVA is pleased to announce an important step in the development of innovative energy technologies. In cooperation with Stadtwerke München (SWM), the world’s first superconducting 110 kV high-voltage cable was successfully commissioned at the main substation in Menzing on October 9, 2024. This superconducting cable system is the first of its kind to contain all the components needed to transmit more than 500 MW over long distances (>10 km) in a lean design at distribution grid level. The innovative cable can therefore make a decisive contribution to grid expansion as part of the energy transition.
The prototype is now being extensively tested in operation to prove its performance and reliability. If expectations are met, the first commercially used high-voltage superconductor could soon be installed in Munich – a significant step towards a more efficient and sustainable energy supply. This success is the result of close and successful cooperation between industry, research, the energy sector and the German government as part of the “SuperLink” project.
Further information can be found in the official press release: Open press release