project brief
Cabinda Interconnect Cable I
category
client
Transnational Infrastructure Company
start date
November 2022
end date
December 2022
location
Cabinda to Soyo, Angola
the challenge
The client required a comprehensive feasibility and route assessment for a submarine power cable system linking Cabinda and Soyo—two strategically important regions in Angola—across complex coastal and marine environments. The project demanded a technical solution capable of reliably transmitting high-voltage electricity under challenging seabed conditions, with a strong emphasis on sustainability, local ecosystems, and regional integration.
WFN Strategies conducted detailed seabed analyses, environmental impact evaluations, and route optimization studies to identify the most viable submarine corridor. We collaborated with local regulators and engineering teams to ensure alignment with Angola’s energy infrastructure goals while mitigating risks related to marine topography and ecological sensitivity. All recommendations were designed to support robust energy distribution and fulfill essential power needs throughout the region.
project goals
the result
WFN Strategies produced a full feasibility report that guided project planning and risk reduction efforts, including optimized route maps, environmental assessment summaries, and engineering design recommendations. The study established the technical groundwork for a reliable offshore power interconnect and supported procurement decision-making aligned with Angola’s sustainable energy vision.
This work reinforced WFN’s capability in delivering power cable solutions in emerging markets and complex marine settings, contributing to national energy security and regional development goals in Angola.
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