Capacitive Transfer System Cable for Application in Offshore Microgrids

Through collaboration and challenge, operators from across the North Sea are required to find economical and sustainable solutions to electrify offshore oil and gas platforms. Enertechnos was part of a consortium, completing a study that provided a new approach to electrify oil & gas platforms in the Central North Sea (CNS) area. This approach is founded on sending power from floating wind turbines, supported by highly efficient and responsive gas-powered reciprocating generators and battery storage on floating distribution hubs. The company was responsible for defining the power distribution system, using patented Capacitive Transfer System (CTS) cable technology to reduce costs and emissions intensity by minimizing fuel gas volumes and reducing the requirement for compensating equipment on platforms.