COWI is doing the detailed design of all permanent structures for Copenhagen's new district heating tunnel. It is also preparing tender documents for the tunnel and shaft installations and assisting the client, KE Varme A/S, with their in-house design of the pipes with specialist services.
COWI is in charge of supervising the works, as well as various technical follow-up and assistance for the client regarding environmental issues, authority contacts, etc.The new, more fuel-flexible facility is estimated to give an annual saving of around DKK 50 million.
From the very start it was the plan to carry out the project under a partnering agreement, where the contractor's alternatives, good ideas etc. would be discussed in the negotiation phase and, if agreed, taken on board.KFT JV - a joint venture formed by the Danish contractor MTH A/S and the German contractor Hochtief AG - was appointed to construct the tunnel and shafts. KFT JV joined KE Varme and COWI in a partnership group. This group will be extended by a pipe contractor, due to be appointed in early 2007.
The first stretch of the tunnel from Amagerværket to Adelgade will be brought into operation in January 2009. The second stretch follows in April 2009. Total cost of the project is expected to be DKK 750 million (2004 prices), of which the tunnel shaft contract plus design and estimated unforeseen costs cover two thirds.
To link the new heating production facility with the existing distribution network.
Detailed design of structures, preparation of tender documents, supervision of works.
KE Varme A/S (Copenhagen Energy)
2004 - 2009