{"id":51532,"date":"2025-09-21T07:49:57","date_gmt":"2025-09-21T06:49:57","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/livenewsmalta.com\/?p=51532"},"modified":"2025-09-21T07:49:57","modified_gmt":"2025-09-21T06:49:57","slug":"survey-vessel-deployed-for-malta-italy-interconnector-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/livenewsmalta.com\/index.php\/2025\/09\/21\/survey-vessel-deployed-for-malta-italy-interconnector-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Survey vessel deployed for Malta \u2013 Italy Interconnector 2"},"content":{"rendered":"

Marine survey will map out the route between Mag\u0127tab and Ragusa Seabed mapping has set sail for Malta\u2013Italy Interconnector 2, covering a 50-metre corridor along the 100-kilometre route<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

The survey vessel has now completed mobilization and will begin operations from Sicily towards Malta. This operation willbprovide essential data to confirm seabed conditions and ensure that the subsea cable can be installed safely and reliably.<\/p>\n

The Detailed Marine Survey (DMS) uses ROV-mounted multi-beam, side-scan, sub-
\nbottom, image capture, and magnetometer\/UXO checks to de-risk the corridor and
\nconfirm burial and protection strategies. It will cover an area of about 5 km\u00b2, which is
\nnearly eight times the size of Valletta.
\n\u201cThis survey will provide seabed information needed to chart the safest route and the
\nbest-suited burial plan, which are essential inputs to reduce the risks during offshore
\ncable laying, which will be carried out by a specialized vessel.\u201d\u00a0 Ismail D\u2019Amato, CEO of
\nInterconnect Malta said.<\/p>\n

NextGeo, a leading player in international marine geoscience and offshore construction,
\nis carrying out the survey. Meanwhile, Nexans, a global leader in the design and
\nmanufacturing of cable systems and services, is manufacturing the 245kV high-voltage
\nsubsea cable system.<\/p>\n

Giovanni Ranieri, CEO of NextGeo, commented: \u201cWe are proud to be supporting ICM
\nand Nexans in this important project by playing an active role in a strategically important
\nenergy infrastructure such as the Malta\u2013Italy Interconnector 2. Through the provision of
\nhigh-quality geophysical and geotechnical seabed data along the cable route, we will
\ncontribute to a safe and reliable cable installation.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cThis survey is a vital milestone in preparing for the Malta\u2013Italy Interconnector 2.
\nWorking with NextGeo ensures that we have the most accurate seabed data available,
\nallowing us to plan the final cable route, installation and protection with confidence and
\ndeliver a high-voltage subsea link that will serve Malta for decades to come,\u201d Pascal
\nRadue, EVP, PWR-Transmission, Nexans said.<\/p>\n

Once completed, IC2 will enhance security of supply, enable greater integration of
\nrenewable energy, and support Malta\u2019s 2030 climate and energy targets.<\/p>\n

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Marine survey will map out the route between Mag\u0127tab and Ragusa Seabed mapping has set sail for Malta\u2013Italy Interconnector 2, covering a 50-metre corridor along the 100-kilometre route. The survey vessel has now completed mobilization and will begin operations from Sicily towards Malta. This operation willbprovide essential data to confirm seabed conditions and ensure that […]<\/p>\n

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