Connecting Europe’s electricity systems for a secure, competitive and sustainable future 

This is Baltic Cable

30 years of expertise and competence

As an Interconnector Transmission System Operator, Baltic Cable plays a critical role in Europe’s electricity market integration. Since 1994, we have connected the power grids of Germany and Sweden through an underwater high-voltage direct current (HVDC) transmission line in the Baltic Sea.

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BCAB EU Flag

18 December, 2025

The Grids Package recognizes interconnectors – but more action is needed to fully realize the European energy union

Last week, the European Commission presented the European Grids Package. Baltic Cable acknowledges the increased foc…
BCAB Jan Jonas Technical

27 November, 2025

Technical market outlook – proactivity for prolonged lifespan

Amid component shortages and a growing demand for flexible electricity grids, critical infrastructure like the inter…
BCA Hemsidan Bjorn Frid

31 October, 2025

Meet Björn Frid – Chief Security Officer at Baltic Cable

Björn has an extensive background in the Swedish Armed Forces as officer and chief security officer. He continued to…
Danielarvid

09 October, 2025

Commercial Market Outlook – Balancing Volatility and Ambition

Regulatory shifts and significant energy transitions are reshaping Europe’s electricity market in 2025. Market exper…
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Facts about Baltic Cable

Cable length

260 km

Owned by Norwegian Statkraft

100%

Transmitted electricity during 2024

3,2 TWh

Certified as a TSO - transmission system operator - under German legislation

TSO

Employees in Malmö, Stockholm, Lübeck and Münich

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Our role in the European energy market

Europe is the largest interconnected electrical grid in the world​. As an Interconnector Transmission system Operator, Baltic Cable plays a small but important role in the network of European electricity grids.

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