In order to upgrade its existing network K-Electric has entered into an agreement worth $8 million with LS Network and LS Cable and System Consortium from Korea. According to a KE press release as per this agreement, a new Double Circuit 220 KV Transmission Line would be laid between Lalazar and the Mauripur Grid Station up to ICI PLDP. This would enhance the transmission network capacity & increase K-Electric system's stability / reliability by completing 220 KV ring.
The signing ceremony was held at the KE House in Karachi between K-Electric's Chief of Generation & Transmission Dale Sinkler, Korean Firm LS's Global Business General Manager James Jang and Director Energy Global Gisu Kim. K-Electric's Head of Projects Bilal Mirza along with other senior KE representatives were also present at the signing ceremony.
It added that power utility is investing in not only its existing network but it is investing in the future expansion projects. This new underground transmission line would support our Transmission network and the consumers would reap benefits in days to come.-PR