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National Energy Regulator HoD: Licensing and Compliance Department
4th Floor, Kulawula House
526 Vermeulen Street Arcadia Pretoria
P O Box 40343 Arcadia 0007 South Africa
Tel: 012 401 4600 Fax: 012 401 4700
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PREAMBLE
Section 4 of the Electricity Regulation Act, 2006 (Act No. 4 of
2006) provide for the Regulator to issue licences for operation of
electricity distribution facilities. Rules as determined by the
Regulator specify that anyone owning and operating an electricity
distribution facility requires to be licensed by the
Regulator.
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KARPOWERSHIP SA COEGA RF PROPRIETARY LIMITED
REGISTRATION NUMBER 2020/754336/07
A2 Address of applicant, or in the case of a body corporate, the
registered head office
164 Totius Street Groenkloof
A below
Name Kishoor Pitamber
Fax No. N/A
Company
A7. In the case of a local government body, please state the
grading of that authority
Note to Section A The applicant is a private limited liability
company Full names of current directors of applicant:
Name ID/Reg Number Type Status
HAREZI YILMAZ, ZEYNEP redacted Director Active
KARADENIZ, ORHAN REMZI redacted Director Active
KATMER, MEHMET redacted Director Active
SECHABA NOTSI MAFA MOLETSANE redacted Director Active
NARISSA RAMDHANI redacted Director Active
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SECTION B COMMENCEMENT DATE OF LICENCE
B1 Desired date from which the licence (if granted) is to take
effect
31 August 2022
SECTION C AREA OF OPERATION TO WHICH THE APPLICATION RELATES
C1 Please provide a sufficient description of the area of operation
to which the application relates
The application relates to a 132 kV distribution system in and
around the precinct of the Port of Ngqura (20 kilometres north-east
of Gqeberha) in the Eastern Cape. The distribution system will be
used to connect the power generation facility – being a "powership"
(Karpowership Coega), which is a special purpose sea vessel on
which a power generation facility is installed, and which is then
moored on the water (offshore) in the Port of Ngqura – to the
national grid at the proposed new Saltpan switching station that
will be built onshore about 1km from the powership in the
Port.
C2 Please provide a sufficient description of the purpose of the
distribution system and the users of the distribution system
As indicated above, the distribution system will be used to
transport electricity generated by the powership to the national
grid at the proposed new Saltpan switching station that will be
built. A 132 kV double circuit overhead line (about 1km long) will
be built to connect the powership to the Saltpan switching station.
The distribution system will only be used by the applicant for the
purposes of delivering power to the national grid at the point of
connection (Saltpan switching station).
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SECTION D DETAILS OF THE DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM
D1 Please provide an overview of the current system and prospects
for the next five years, which includes:
D.1.1 The Physical system Supply points connected to existing
generators (Eskom and municipal power
stations, neighbouring utilities) and transmission systems -
None
Delivery points connected to existing distributors and special
customers - None
Total kilometres per voltage of distribution lines1
- 1 (one) kilometre Summary of large scale map showing geographical
location of substations and
routes of distribution lines - (Refer Figure 1: Geographical Map
(See item 2 in the Table of Contents to the supporting
documents)
Single line diagram of the distribution system
(Refer to Figure 2: Distribution system single line diagram (SLD)
and the attached single line diagram – item 4 in the Table of
Contents to the supporting documents)
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Figure 1: Geographical map of project site
Figure 2: Distribution System SLD (Extract from the Eskom Cost
Estimate Letter – see item 3 in the Table of Contents to the
supporting documents)
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The licence application is for the distribution system encompassed
within the red rectangle. The distribution system will start from
the HV side of the 15/132 kV step up generator transformers on the
powership (offshore) to the isolator on the 132 kV overhead lines
at the new Saltpan switching station.
The single line diagram below further illustrates the distribution
system for which the licence is being applied for. The components
of the distribution system will comprise: HV Yard on the powership
and associated 132 kV equipment (primary and secondary
equipment) The 132 kV double circuit over headline from the
terminal tower on the powership to the
isolators at Saltpan 132 kV switching station that will be owned by
Eskom.
Table showing all transformers, lines and substations also
indicating the replacement values of such equipments as
below:
Transformers
132 kV 15 kV 6 6 x 160
Lines
132 kV Double circuit overhead line ~ 600
Coega Powership (off shore)
Distribution system for which the licence is applied for is
encompassed in the red dotted rectangle
Saltpan switching station - onshore (to be owned by Eskom)
132 kV 132 kV
6 x 160 MVA Step up transformers
132 kV feeder bay
Point of Connection (PoC)
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Substation name
D.1.2 System characteristics Maximum demand
- 450 MW is the maximum export capacity of the powership Energy
entering the system at supply points
- None Energy leaving the system at delivery points
- Maximum 450 MW Electrical losses, breakdown of causes and
prospects
- Negligible (less than 0.01MW)
D.1.3 Grid code (Transmission and Distribution) compliance Adequacy
of internal policies for grid code compliance
The distribution system will be dedicated to evacuating power from
the Powership (offshore) to the point of connection (onshore). No
load customers will be connected to the distribution system. The
distribution system will comply with all the applicable
distribution codes as a condition for connection to the existing
network. The distribution system will be operated and maintained by
dedicated personnel during the entire duration of the licensing to
ensure compliance with the Grid Code.
Note1: Lines and any other assets that are above 132 kV for
historic reasons but utilised for distribution purposes are deemed
as distribution assets and must be reported. For any future
modifications/extensions of these assets, a pre- approval from the
Regulator will be required.
Note 2: Updated Section D will be reported annually to the
Regulator.
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SECTION E MAINTENANCE PROGRAMMES
E1 Details of any proposed major maintenance programmes, including
the expected cost and duration thereof, covering the next six
years. Project proposals to state the expected availability,
planned outage rate and forced outage rate of the distribution
system over the next five years of operation.
Response redacted
E2 Please provide the actual (total) maintenance cost as a
percentage of the replacement value (total).
Response redacted
E3 Provide details of person/body that will operate the
distribution and co-ordinate with national transmission system.
Also provide any agreements with National Control.
Response redacted
Updated Section E will be reported annually to the Regulator.
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SECTION F CUSTOMER PROFILE
F1 Provide particulars of the person or persons to whom the
applicant is providing or intends to provide electricity
transmission services to. Also provide details of proposed tariffs
for the distribution services.
Response redacted
SECTION G FINANCIAL INFORMATION
G1 Submit projections of and current statements of the accounts in
respect of the undertaking carried on by the applicant, showing the
financial state of affairs of the most recent period, together with
copies of the latest audited annual accounts where such have been
prepared.
Response redacted
G2 Submit annual forecasts for the next five years of costs, sales
and revenues generated by the project, stating the assumptions
underlying the figures. (Separate direct operating costs and
overheads)
Response redacted
G3 Estimates of net annual cash flows for subsequent periods (5
years; 10 years; 15 years) sufficient to demonstrate the financial
security and feasibility of importing/exporting activities.
Response redacted
G4 Project financing: Who will finance the project, how is funding
split between debt and equity, and what is the terms and conditions
of the funding agreements.
Response redacted
G5 Fixed Assets – Provide summary of total assets of all
distribution plant
Response redacted
SECTION H HUMAN RESOURCES INFORMATION
H1 Submit details of the number of staff and employees and their
categories in service of the applicant and in any support services
separate from the operation of the distribution system. Also
provide information regarding relevant qualifications and
experience in critical areas e.g. High voltage and low voltage
regulations, switching, etc. Please provide any contracts in this
regard.
1. What is the skill level for working on the project?
Response redacted
Response redacted
3. What types of jobs will be available during construction and
then during operations for the local immediate community?
Response redacted
Please refer below for detailed job creation numbers that have been
submitted as part of the RMIPPPPP (Response redacted). Attachment:
See item 6 in the Supporting Documents - Table of Contents.
(redacted)
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SECTION I PERMISSION FROM OTHER GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS OR
REGULATORY AUTHORITIES
I1 Please provide of copies of the permits issued by other
government departments or regulatory authorities in respect of
erecting and operating the distribution system, including any
environmental and safety approvals.
Environmental and Safety Permits
The project will require an Environmental Authorisation (“EA”) from
the Department of Forestry, Fisheries & Environment (“DFFE”).
The final submission date for the EA application was 26 April 2021,
whereafter DFFE has 57 days from date of submission to make a
decision on whether to grant the EA. This time period applies to
all permits required.
The Atmospheric Emission License application runs concurrently with
the EA application. However, it cannot be granted/issued until the
EA is granted. The application has been submitted. We have received
an indication that the AEL will be reviewed at the same time as the
Environmental Impact Assessment (“EIA) report, and a decision made
within 3-5 days of the granting of the EA.
The National Water Act, No. 36 of 1998 (“NWA”) is not applicable to
the activities being carried out on the ships as they are being
carried on in a marine environment and not within the freshwater
environment. This is due to the definition of a water resource in
the NWA which is defined as a watercourse, surface water, estuary
or aquifer. However, the NWA is still applicable to any land- based
impacts. At Coega, Karpowership has been granted a General
Authorisation (“GA”).
No waste management licence (“WML”) will be required as no waste is
discharged into the ports and all waste is removed to land to
licensed waste sites for treatment or disposal. Thermal plume
modelling (for heated process water discharge) was done at Coega
and no adverse impacts are expected in this regard.
Heritage consents are not required at this stage and will only be
required if something is discovered during
excavation/construction.
In respect of the Fire Safety Certificate, the relevant fire chief
has been engaged, he has reviewed the information and indicated “no
objection”. He has indicated that he can only issue the certificate
after a site visit has been carried out (after construction is
complete). The time frame is 3-5 days following the site
visit.
No Marine Discharge Permit under Section 69 of the National
Environmental Management: Integrated Coastal Management Act, No. 24
of 2008 is required as this refers to sources of pollution that
originate on land. There are no land-based activities which
generate pollution.
A permit under the Marine Pollution Act, No. 2 of 1986 (“MPA”) is
not required as there are no pollutants or harmful substances that
are discharged into the ports or ocean and this has been. confirmed
with the South African Maritime Safety Authority (“SAMSA”). SAMSA
have requested a Risk Mitigation Assessment.
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Land-related requirements
In order to connect to the 132kV switching station, adjacent to
tower 27 in Figure 1 above, the overhead transmission line will
traverse Erf 312 Coega, and Erf 255 Coega (collectively " the
Properties"). Both properties are registered in the name of
Transnet Limited, registration number 1990/000900/30
("Transnet")
In order for the overhead transmission line to traverse these
Properties, the applicant will need to secure a transmission,
access and substation servitude, which servitude will be registered
in the name of Eskom Limited. The servitude, is a registrable real
right enforceable against third parties and will be concluded
between the landowner and the applicant. The servitude will be
endorsed against the title deed of the Properties at the cost of
the applicant and the compensation due to Transnet will be payable
by the applicant.
Erf 312 Coega is subject to a 30m wide general servitude in favour
of the CDC in its capacity as owner of 6 erven. Section 65(3) of
the Deeds Registry Act 47 of 1937 requires that the consent of the
CDC be obtained prior to the registration of the servitudes.
Finally, in order to successfully register a deed of servitude at
the deeds office, a transfer duty receipt is required from the
South African Revenue Services.
To the extent that servitudes are not granted by Transnet, then the
applicant will secure wayleaves over the Properties. Unlike
servitudes, wayleaves are not capable of registration at the deeds
office, but do grant rights of access, maintenance and
construction, subject to standard terms and conditions.
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J1 Please provide information in terms of the following
categories:
Response redacted
Please refer below for detailed economic development percentages
that have been submitted as part of the RMIPPPPP. (redacted)
Please refer below for detailed economic development values that
have been submitted as part of the RMIPPPPP.
Attachments: See items 7 – 12 in the Supporting Documents - Table
of Contents. (Redacted)
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SECTION K ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Please provide any other relevant information that the applicant
wishes to include with this application
Additional Information
Attachment: See Item 13 in the Supporting Documents - Table of
Contents. (Redacted)
APPLICATION FOR AN ELECTRICITY DISTRIBUTION LICENCE IN TERMS OF
THE
ELECTRICITY REGULATION ACT, 2006 (ACT NO. 4 OF 2006)
Applicant:
_________________________________________________________________________________
1. Section C - Coega On Shore Grid Connectivity Rev5
2. Section D - Coega (Saltpan) 132kV Switching Station Rev7
3. Section D - Coega Powership 450MW CEL 25 Nov 2020
(redacted)
4. Section D - Coega Powership Single Line Diagram
5. Section G - Annex - I – Coega (redacted)
6. Section H - Job Creation Table Operating Measurement Period
(redacted)
7. Section J - Appendices (redacted)
8. Section J - Ownership Bid Response (redacted)
9. Section J - Skills Development Plan (redacted)
10. Section J - Management Control Bid Response (redacted)
11. Section J - Supplier Development Plan (redacted)
12. Section J - Enterprise Development Plan (redacted)
13. Section K - LOA RM-TA-0145-001 (redacted)
14. SIP 20a Preferred Bidder Karpowership SIP Status RMIPPPP
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PUBLIC WORKS AND INFRASTRUCTURE
INFRASTRUCTURE SOUTH AFRICA REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA
Department of Public Works and Infrastructure l Central Government
Offices l 256 Madiba Street l Pretoria l Contact: +27 (0)12 406
1627l +27 (0)12 323 7573 Private Bag X9155 l CAPE TOWN, 8001 l RSA
4th Floor Parliament Building l 120 Plain Street l CAPE TOWN l Tel:
+27 21 402 2228 Fax: +27 21 462 4592
www.publicworks.gov.za
Chairperson: SIP Steering Committee
STRATEGIC INTEGRATED PROJECT (SIP) 20a EMERGENCY / RISK
MITIGATION
POWER PURCHASE PROCUREMENT PROGRAMME (2000 MW) –
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF PROJECT STATUS
The Risk Mitigation (Independent) Power Purchase Procurement
Programme (RMPPPP)
forms part of the Energy Strategic Integrated Project No. 20, which
was gazetted in
Government Gazette 43547 on 24 July 2020. These projects are
classified as Strategic
Integrated Projects (SIP) and are to be managed within the
requirements as set out in the
Infrastructure Development Act (Act No. 23 of 2014).
As per the announcement of the Honourable Mr. Gwede Mantashe,
Minister of the Department
Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE), on the 18th of March 2021, the
following projects
received Preferred Bidder status within the RMPPPP:
i. Karpowership SA Coega (Project No. RM-TA-0145-001)
ii. Karpowership SA Richards Bay (Project No. RM-TA-0145-002)
iii. Karpowership SA Saldanha (Project No. RM-TA-0145-003)
The SIP Steering Committee of 6 November 2020 confirmed that all
projects classified with
Preferred Bidder status within the RMPPPP will be regarded as SIP
projects to be expedited
in terms of Schedule 2 (Section 17(2)) of the Infrastructure
Development Act (Act No. 23 of
2014).
The following individuals from Infrastructure South Africa are
responsible for the Energy
Infrastructure Portfolio and SIP 20a, and may be contacted for
further assistance:
STRATEGIC INTEGRATED PROJECT No. 20a: RMPPPP
Alvino Wildschutt-Prins Gary King
SIP 20 Lead
[email protected] [email protected]
Mobile: 072 650 2449 Mobile: 063 503 2662 / 082 885 0636
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I hereby request that you please assist the Preferred Bidders with
the necessary approvals,
authorisations, licences, permissions and exemptions, as determined
within the boundaries of
the Infrastructure Development Act (Act No 23 of 2014). Your
assistance will be much
appreciated.
We wish the Preferred Bidders all the best in the development of
this project.
Yours sincerely,
Date: 29 March 2021
Distribution-Licence-Application-Form-Coega (MASTER
VERSION)(542845.2) (002).pdf
Section D - Coega Powership Single Line Diagram(545101.1).pdf
SIP 20a Preferred Bidder_Karpowership_ SIP Status RMIPPPP
29032021.pdf