EirGrid has received major power transformers for the Celtic Interconnector project linking Ireland and France.
Four 240-tonne transformers arrived at Aghada Power Station in Cork from Rotterdam before transport to the converter station site in Ballyadam.
EirGrid said the units will match voltage levels at the converter station to transmission system requirements to enable grid connection.
The operator said each transformer was moved by specialist vehicles measuring 94 metres long.
Michael Behan, chief financial officer at EirGrid, said: “This delivery required meticulous planning, execution and collaboration between multiple teams, contractors and stakeholders.”
He said: “We thank our contractors, stakeholders, local authorities and An Garda Siochána for ensuring public safety at all times throughout this recent operation.”
He added: “Reaching this point in the project is testament to what can be achieved through collaboration, and we look forward to progressing the delivery of this key energy project.”
EirGrid said the project is co-financed by the Connecting Europe Facility of the European Union.
Picture: Pictured at the newly installed transformers are L-R EirGrid CEO Cathal Marley, Michael Behan, Chief Financial Officer, EirGrid and Shane Cooney, Onshore Project Manager, EirGrid.