Nexans has entered a framework agreement with the French transmission system operator Réseau de Transport d’Electricité (RTE) for high-voltage direct current (HVDC) cables.
Nexans will supply, install and commission 450km of HVDC subsea cables and 280km of HVDC cables for onshore connections.
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These cables will be integral to connecting three offshore wind farms, Center Manche 1 & 2 and Oléron, to the French power grid.
The overall value of the agreement is projected to exceed €1bn ($1.07bn), with final costs dependent on the quantities and subcontractors selected during the upcoming stages.
Nexans CEO Christopher Guérin stated: “This landmark agreement with RTE re-inforces Nexans’ position at the forefront of the energy transition in Europe.
“By delivering state-of-the-art transmission solutions, we are not only supporting France’s ambitious offshore wind targets but also strengthening the resilience and sustainability of the power grid.
“Nexans remains committed to enabling a more connected and sustainable future, leveraging our expertise to drive forward the large-scale renewable energy projects that will define tomorrow’s energy landscape.”
This agreement re-inforces Nexans’ ongoing involvement in Europe’s shift to renewable energy, particularly in supporting the growing demand for advanced cable systems.
The project also aligns with France’s renewable energy goals, aiming for 45GW of offshore wind capacity by 2050.
Nexans Power Transmission executive vice-president Pascal Radue stated: “We are proud to be awarded by RTE for this frame agreement.
“The contract not only re-inforces our strong partnership with RTE but also demonstrates our ongoing commitment to supporting France’s ambitious offshore wind and energy transition goals.
In January 2025, Nexans sold AmerCable, a maker of power, control and instrumentation cables, to Mattr.
