The route leaves Bacton to the south of other pipeline landfalls and passes to the east of the gravel area off Great Yarmouth and a restricted zone further south thence to the southwest of the Belgium/Dutch territorial waters boundary before crossing the Scheur shipping channel to the landfall West of Zeebrugge, a total length of approximately 235 km.



Bacton terminalZeebrugge terminal



CONSTRUCTION

Diameter: 40 inches

Construction Material: Carbon steel

Lining: The internal walls of the is pipeline are coated with an epoxy lining, to smooth the walls and enhance pipeline efficiency.

Corrosion Protection: A layer of asphalt enamel provides corrosion protection to the external surface of the offshore pipeline. In addition, as a backup, cathodic protection is provided by aluminium 'bracelet' anodes clamped around the pipe.

Stability: A concrete weight coating is added to keep the pipeline stable on the seabed.



MAINTENANCE

Interconnector has contracted the inspection of the sub-sea pipeline to Lloyd’s Register who will manage any remedial or maintenance activities when required.

Operation & maintenance

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