Woudhuis–Osseveld high-voltage transmission line

Phase 2: Basic design – takes approximately 24 months

Tennet werkt de voorkeurslocatie verder uit en onderzoeksbureaus doen extra onderzoek. Hierna weten we precies waar de kabels onder de grond moeten komen te liggen. Daarna kunnen we door naar de volgende fase. Als een collegebesluit wordt genomen in 2026, is het de verwachting dat TenneT op zijn vroegst pas in 2028 kan beginnen aan uitvoeren van het basisontwerp.

Phase 3: Detailed design and preparation – takes approximately 12 months

TenneT is working on the route in further detail. The design will then be detailed enough to reach agreements with landowners and users. We will also be able to amend zoning plans or environmental plans, apply for permits and make the necessary preparations.

Phase 4: Construction and completion – takes approximately 24 months

We then look for contractors and suppliers to carry out the work. Once we’ve done that, the work really gets underway: the cables are laid underground by digging or drilling. Once the cables have been installed, they are connected to the feed-in point(s) or a substation. If everything is working properly, the underground connection can be used. We then remove the old high-voltage pylons.

Uncertain planning

There are many changes taking place in the energy sector. Grid operators are under considerable pressure to resolve the issue of grid congestion. This could cause delays to the project. Furthermore, TenneT cannot carry out all projects at the same time, and there is a severe shortage of technicians. The number of staff available to carry out the work is also limited. For this reason, we cannot yet say exactly when the work will begin.

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