The wide-scale integration of intermittent energy sources into the electrical grid is posing major challenges for operators around the world, both in terms of adapting existing infrastructures, and of developing smart systems to balance supply and consumption across the grid. To meet these challenges, Omexom works in tandem with electricity Transmission System Operators (TSOs), builds and maintains their overhead and underground transmission lines throughout the world. We work in collaboration with major Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and provides customer-specific services using the latest technologies to improve the construction and operation of our customers assets.

Overhead lines

Promoting access to electricity all over the world

From design to commissioning and maintenance, we support our customers throughout every stage of an electricity transmission overhead line project. Our cutting-edge approach to overhead line transmission enables us to provide a large range of services such as: site preparation and scheduling, method statements, resource and plant management, and corrective maintenance to assure our clients the best return of experience in terms of Capex, Opex and reliability. 

 As a global EPC contractor, we deliver overhead line projects with very high safety requirements. 

With 425 business units across the world, we have access to a talented team of local suppliers and contractors, each with their own unique expertise. Our collaborative approach ensures that you get the best team for your project.
We operate in 36 countries, working with local suppliers. We are committed to the highest levels of requirements in terms of quality, health and safety and the environment to deliver sustainable, efficient and secure solutions.

News related to Transmission

10/11/2020 Brazil, Transmission

Grid interconnections in Brazil

On November 2nd, Omexom in Brazil delivered Lot 26 for Energisa which includes a 230 kV Transmission Line with 267.4 km of extension in double circuit.
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28/10/2020 Norway, Overhead transmission lines, Transmission

22 kV High voltage line in Aremark

In Aremark, along Torpedalsveien, Omexom's teams in Norway have begun work on the new 22 kV high-voltage line, 12 m high, between Arbu and Brekke power station (South of Oslo).
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16/06/2020 Greece, Underground transmission lines

Omexom continues to work on the underground power line between Crete and the Peloponnese

Omexom is working on part of the power line between Crete and the Peloponnese, including the 15 km underground line that connects the substation in Chania to the landing point of the submarine cable.
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