Transformed test. “ Endurance test passed » for the first high-power electrical connection for a liner in Toulon. Since the middle of last week, the Brilliant Ladythe latest addition to the Virgin Cruises company, is occupying one of the quays of the port of Toulon for technical tests, as indicated by our colleagues from Var-Matin.
The goal: to check whether the installations of Electrical connection of ships at dock (Cenaq) work with these giants of the seas. Initially planned for the end of 2023, this system should make it possible to electrically connect boats that dock at the port of Toulon, both ferries and liners. During her visit last November, the now former Minister of Partnership with the Territories, urged the teams to make this investment (20.3 million euros) “ a reality ».
Electrification of platforms: up to 6 Mw delivered
And obviously, the test operation went well, as the Maritime Union of Toulon harbor welcomes on LinkedIn: “ Magnificent success for Toulon Provence Méditerranée and its teams for having delivered up to 6 Mw for many hours to the Brilliant Lady”, notes the organization which brings together around thirty companies in the sector.
“It is important to specify that the port of Toulon is the only one in the Mediterranean, with Malta, to be able to connect and now certify liners electrically. This is a great national first of which we are very proud. »
