Transmission line energised to evacuate 2,200MW from Karachi N-plants

LAHORE: The National Grid Company of Pakistan Ltd (NGC) has successfully energised the 500kV K2/K3–Matiari and KKI–Port Qasim transmission line circuits, marking a major step forward in strengthening the nation’s power infrastructure.

According to a statement issued by the NGC on Tuesday, the 102 km long transmission line (double-circuit, quad-bundle) is intended to evacuate 2,200MW power from K2 and K3 nuclear power plants near Karachi. The newly commissioned transmission line establishes a dedicated link between the K2/K3 facilities of Karachi Nuclear Power Plant (KANUPP) and the existing 500kV Port Qasim-Matiari transmission line. The project has been completed at an approximate cost of Rs18.45 billion. “This critical enhancement in the transmission infrastructure significantly augments the reliability, stability, and transmission capacity of the national grid. The energisation of the transmission line will witness an increase in NGC’s grid resilience in the southern region, catalysing regional development and creating job opportunities while contributing to a broader economic growth.

“The project will also support the country’s energy security vision by ensuring induction of clean nuclear energy into the energy mix. Despite numerous obstacles, this milestone was realised through unwavering support of Ministry of Energy (Power Division), board of directors NGC and collective efforts of key NGC departments, including Project Delivery (South), Asset Management (South), Telecom, HVDC (South), TSG (South), Transmission Line Design, Material Procurement & Management, Protection & Control, Power System Planning and special support from ISMO,” the statement said.