Challenges of Electrical Power Transmission in Ports
Ports—whether dedicated to cargo export, container traffic, or the oil industry—are critical infrastructures operating continuously, every day of the year.
Their electrical power supply must meet multiple requirements:
- Safety and continuity of service: A stable power supply is essential to prevent operational disruptions. It must support numerous loads (lighting, handling equipment, security systems, etc.).
- Adaptation to environmental constraints: Large areas, harsh climatic conditions, and strict safety standards must all be taken into account.
- Flexibility and scalability: Port infrastructures are constantly evolving—through area expansions and the addition of new equipment—requiring modular and easy-to-deploy solutions.
AUGIER Solutions: Tailor-Made Energy Transmission at 950 V – 3200 V or 5500 V
In a context of energy transition and increasing electrification of ports (lighting, remote power supply, etc.), mastering energy transmission has become a strategic challenge. AUGIER solutions help modernize port infrastructures by ensuring reliable, scalable, and sustainable power distribution tailored to port requirements.
AUGIER energy transmission solutions make it possible to:
- Reduce cable cross-sections and optimize infrastructure costs,
- Secure power distribution over long distances,
- Ensure continuity of service in demanding environments,
- Facilitate maintenance and the evolution of port installations.
Concrete Examples of Applications and Supplied Loads
- Lighting, including power supply for high-mast lighting (storage areas, quays, traffic lanes, parking areas, security fencing),
- Security and access control, including power supply for automatic barriers, gates, intrusion detection systems, and surveillance cameras,
- Buildings and infrastructure, including power supply for offices, workshops, and warehouses,
- Industrial equipment, including power supply for cranes, pumps, and gantry systems.
Why Choose AUGIER?
- Proven expertise in demanding environments,
- Comprehensive project support, from design to training, ensuring complete peace of mind,
- Cost reduction through optimized infrastructure.
Key References
- Port of Oran: Power supply for port lighting,
- Port of Réunion: Power supply for port lighting, booster systems, and a crane,
- Port of Lomé: Power supply for port lighting.
Also includes
Port of Dunkirk, Port of Loon-Plage, Port of Le Havre, Autonomous Port of Paris.
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Réunion Port
Project features TOTAL POWER: 2x1,000 kVA TRANSPORT VOLTAGE: 5,500 V NETWORK LENGHT: 1,100 meters LOCATION: Réunion Island YEAR: 2023 PROJECT OBJECTIVES Provide electrical power supply to 9 large lighting masts, booster pumps and a crane, on the quays of the port...
