Project facts
| Status | Operating |
|---|---|
| Developer / operator | SSEN Transmission |
| Region | Shetland / Caithness |
| Country | Scotland |
| Published rating | 600 MW |
| Rating definition | Transfer capacity |
| Connection / route | Kergord, Shetland โ CaithnessโMoray HVDC system |
| Delivery target | Not verified in this profile |
| Subsea section | 260 km |
What this link contributes
This asset provides a route for electricity to move between networks or strengthens the network carrying that electricity. Its capacity cannot be added to wind, solar or power-station capacity as though it were another generator.
Kergord, Shetland โ CaithnessโMoray HVDC system
Converter stations, cable manufacture, offshore installation, landfall works and grid energisation can progress at different times. The status above describes the documented project stage rather than assuming all work packages are complete.
Project location
Connection sites and areas are shown separately. Dashed circles mark approximate endpoint areas. No straight line is presented as the cable or overhead-line route.
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- Kergord converter station Mapped site / infrastructure feature Open larger map Location source Coordinate source 60.29391, -1.27164 ยท WGS84
- Caithness HVDC connection area Approximate area; exact site not confirmed Open larger map Location source Coordinate source 58.466, -3.427 ยท WGS84
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Sources and review date
- SSEN Transmission project information
Reviewed 2026-10-08
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