Expansion of LitPol Link in Alytus
Status: project completed.
Project objectives
To prepare the Lithuanian-Polish connection for synchronous operation with the continental European networks, by constructing three auto transformers and auxiliary switchgear in the substation near Alytus.
Significance of the project
Synchronisation with the Central European Synchronous Area (CESA) is the last step towards Lithuania’s energy independence. Currently, our electricity system is still dependent on frequency control in Russia, but already in 2025, it will operate in one synchronous area together with the systems of other European countries.
The connection with Poland running from Alytus to Elk will be modified to enable high voltage AC connectivity with continental Europe, so that power grids of the Baltic States can operate synchronously with the energy systems of other Western European countries and llows the development of a common European electricity market. Through this connection, the Baltic States will operate on the frequency of the continental European synchronous zone.
General project information
It is planned that the interconnection between Lithuania and Poland will be expanded by installing 400/330 kV autotransformers, expanding Alytus 400 kV and 330 kV switchyards, some power lines, and reorganizing the 400 kV switchyard for self-supply needs.
The project is co-financed by the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) of European Union.
Special publication about completed project
Work calendar
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Activities
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Date of implementation
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The contract for the design and construction works of the connection extension was signed in 2019 QI
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2019 QI
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One of the stages of connection expansion has been completed - the reconstruction of 110 kV overhead lines Alytus-Prienai, Alytus-Igliauka and Alytus-Šeštokai in 2020 Q4
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2020 Q4
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Installation of autotransformers in 2021 Q2 – Q3
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2021 Q2 – Q3
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End of the project in 2021 Q4
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2021 Q4
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