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Muskrat Falls Hydro Electric - Balance of Plant

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The Cahill Group, through a joint venture partnership (Cahill-Ganotec) played a major role in the construction of the Muskrat Falls Hydroelectric Generating Facility through its execution of the Supply & Install Mechanical and Electrical Auxiliaries (Balance of Plant) contract with Nalcor Energy.

This project is part of the energy corridor program to provide power via the Labrador Island Transmission Link (Nalcor Energy) and the Maritime Transmission Link (Emera).  It consists of a generating station with a capacity of 824 MW (4 units of 206 MW), spillway, dams, over 1,600 km of transmission lines, switchyards, substation, synchronous condenser, grounding stations, subsea cables and 4 HVdc converter sites to provide power through the entire Atlantic East-Coast.

The specific scope of work is to supply, install and commission mechanical, piping, electrical, instrumentation and HVAC system and to complete all the architectural interior works for the Muskrat Falls powerhouse. This contract also includes the assembly and the installation of major electrical equipment supplied by the Client such as GSU, GCB and IPB.

Client:

Nalcor Energy

Location

Muskrat Falls, NL

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We are extremely proud to share that The Cahill Group has been recognized as one of Atlantic Canada’s Top Employers for 2026!

This recognition represents something we’ve always believed – that our people are the foundation of everything we do. From supporting career growth to prioritizing health, safety, and well being, we are committed to creating a workplace where our teams can thrive.

Thank you to the incredible people across our organization who make Cahill what it is every day.

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