Nexans and SNCF Réseau revolutionize rail safety with an innovative superconducting fault current limiter
2024年6月27日 - 4:00PM
Nexans and SNCF Réseau revolutionize rail safety with an innovative
superconducting fault current limiter
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- Nexans and SNCF Réseau are
once again joining forces in superconductivity to increase the
safety and reliability of the rail network.
- Developed by Nexans and
installed by SNCF Réseau, the superconducting fault current limiter
(SFCL) is a world first on the rail market. It limits disruptions
to the power supply of the rail network using a standalone system
to reduce short-circuit currents.
- Designed to supply power
for trains in the Belfort area (Burgundy-Franche-Comté region in
France), this innovative limiter improves the availability of
electrical installations.
Paris, June 27, 2024 - Nexans,
a leader in the design and manufacture of cable systems and
services, is forming a unique partnership with SNCF Réseau,
infrastructure manager of the French rail network, to deploy a
superconducting fault current limiter. This technological
innovation will secure and optimize electric rail traction on the
line between Belfort and Delle, including the cross-border link
with Switzerland.
A revolutionary solution for a more
efficient rail networkRailway power grids are under
growing pressure, with the continuing expansion of rail traffic and
the upgrades to equipment. Power surges and short-circuits can
cause major disruptions. To address this challenge, Nexans and SNCF
Réseau have joined forces to deploy an innovative superconducting
current limiter (SFCL).
Developed by Nexans, and integrated with the
Bussurel substation, a strategic location identified by SNCF
Réseau, the SFCL is able to reduce short-circuit currents in
standalone mode, regenerating in less than five minutes, without
human intervention.
This revolutionary technology offers several
advantages:
- Improved network
reliability and safety. The SFCL acts as a shock absorber
in the event of a problem, limiting current peaks and disruptions
to the network when short circuits occur.
- Optimized
infrastructures. In the long term, the SFCL could pave the
way for smaller electric traction installations, thereby cutting
rail infrastructure costs, while supplying power for more
trains.
- Better service.
The SFCL avoids the need for rail works that are inconvenient for
users, providing an efficient, cost-effective solution with no
impact on the traffic schedule.
A partnership to support the energy
transition in rail transportFaced with the need to
modernize power grids and meet growing demands for energy, Nexans
is positioning itself as a leader in the development of
revolutionary superconductor technologies. These innovations will
completely transform the electrification of transport and power
distribution, paving the way for a more sustainable,
high-performance energy future.Nexans' vision is based on a network
of interconnected superconductor systems, able to meet tomorrow's
energy challenges. This ambition is reflected in iconic projects
such as the superconducting fault current limiter deployed on the
Belfort-Delle line, a milestone in the collaboration between the
two players, as well as the SuperRail project, to power the
Montparnasse-Vouillé substation with superconducting cables. These
partnerships illustrate the commitment made by the two players to
innovation and sustainable development.
“We are proud to be working with SNCF Réseau on
deploying this innovative solution to the rail industry. The fault
current limiter developed by Nexans reflects our ongoing commitment
to addressing technological challenges and contributing to the
safety and reliability of the power grid. Every day, Nexans’
innovation teams take up the challenge of sustainable
electrification, developing innovative solutions to support the
growth of rail traffic”, says Jérôme Fournier, Corporate Vice
President, Innovation, Services and Growth at Nexans.
“This project is part of the innovation strategy
implemented by SNCF Réseau to make rail transport more efficient
and more sustainable. Through this partnership with Nexans, we are
able to implement cutting-edge technological solutions for the
benefit of our customers and the environment,” says Hervé Caron,
Superconductor Technology Manager at SNCF Réseau.
Deployment of the superconducting fault current
limiter is scheduled for late 2025. This project is a major step
forward in rail electrification, paving the way for further
innovations to make transport safer, more reliable and more
sustainable.
About Nexans
For over a century, Nexans has played a crucial
role in the electrification of the planet. Today, it is committed
to electrifying the future. With approximately 28 500 people in 41
countries, the Group is paving the way towards a new world of safe,
sustainable and decarbonized electricity, accessible to everyone.
In 2023, Nexans generated 6.5 billion euros in standard sales. The
Group is a leader in the design and manufacture of cable systems
and services across four main business areas: Power Generation
& Transmission, Distribution, Usage and Industry &
Solutions. Nexans was the first player in its industry to set up a
Foundation supporting sustainable initiatives, bringing access to
energy to disadvantaged communities worldwide. The Group is
recognized on the CDP Climate Change A List as a global leader on
climate action and has committed to Net-Zero emissions by 2050
aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
Nexans. Electrify the future.
Nexans is listed on Euronext Paris, compartment A. For more
information, visit www.nexans.com
Contacts:
Communications Mael Evin (Havas
Paris) Tel: +33 (0)6 44 12 14 91nexans_h@havas.com
Emmanuel Guinotemmanuel.guinot@nexans.com
Maëllys
Leosticmaellys.leostic@nexans.com |
Investor
Relations Elodie
Robbe-MouillotTel.: +33 (0)1 78 15 03
87elodie.robbe-mouillot@nexans.com |
About SNCF Réseau
To address growing mobility requirements and
develop the contribution of rail travel to the ecological
transition, SNCF Réseau is expanding its service offering for
freight and passengers, along the 28,000 km of railway lines for
which it oversees maintenance, upgrading and safety. As
Infrastructure Manager, SNCF Réseau markets and oversees fair and
equal access to rail infrastructure. Working with national and
local authorities and train operators, its top priority is to
ensure client satisfaction. A public limited company belonging to
SNCF Group, SNCF Réseau employs over 50,000 people and posted
turnover of almost 7.6 billion euros in
2023.www.sncf-reseau.com
Contacts :Marie BATTAGLIA
ext.marie.battaglia@reseau.sncf.fr
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