According to Decision No. 2713/QD-UBND of the People's Committee of Ca Mau province, a new 500kV transmission line will be constructed from the 500kV distribution yard of the Bac Lieu LNG power plant (expected to be located in Vinh Hau commune, Ca Mau province) to the Thot Not 500kV substation (expected to be located in Thuan Hung ward, Can Tho city).

Of the total length of approximately 135.6km, the power line passes through Ca Mau province for about 52.2km and Can Tho city for about 83.4km. The project is expected to commence in the Second Quarter of 2027 and be completed in Q4/2028.

Perspective view of Bac Lieu – Thot Not 500kV LNG transmission line route.

Upon completion, the transmission line will transmit power from the Bac Lieu LNG power plant and other power plants in Ca Mau province into the national power grid. Along with the  Thot Not – Duc Hoa, Duc Hoa – Cau Bong, and Duc Hoa – Phu Lam 500kV lines, the project contributes to strengthening the interregional 500kV transmission network, meeting the N-1 criterion, and improving the stability, reliability, and safety of electricity supply.

The People's Committee of Ca Mau province required EVNNPT to complete all the required procedures and implement the project according to the approved objectives, scale, location, and schedule; while complying with all legal regulations on investment, land, construction, environmental protection, labor, and fire prevention and control.

The departments, agencies, and localities where the project passes through are tasked with guiding and supporting the investor in completing the procedures; and coordinating the inspection and supervision of the implementation process. The People's Committee of Ca Mau province also requested the People's Committee of Can Tho city to coordinate and direct relevant agencies and units to support EVNNPT in ensuring the project is implemented on schedule and in compliance with applicable regulations.

Translator: Nguyễn Thị Lan Anh