Taihan Cable & Solution announced it has entered into a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with SuperNode, an Irish company specializing in superconducting cables, to collaboratively develop next-generation superconducting cable technology. The signing ceremony took place in London on June 17 (local time).
The event was attended by SuperNode CEO John Fitzgerald, CTO Andrew Carlisle, as well as Taihan Cable & Solution Vice Chairman Song Jong-min and Director Nam Jung-se, along with approximately 20 participants from both companies.
SuperNode, headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, is a specialized producer of superconducting cable systems used in power transmission and data centers. The company is focused on developing innovative systems that replace traditional stainless-steel conduits with new polymer-based materials. These technological advancements significantly reduce cooling losses and extend cooling system installation intervals over five times, maximizing operational efficiency and cost savings.
This partnership aims to jointly develop and commercialize advanced superconducting cable technologies. Both companies plan to enhance collaboration in designing, manufacturing, and material development while sharing technologies and working on joint projects to expedite the deployment of next-generation superconducting cables.
John Fitzgerald expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “We are very pleased to establish a solid foundation for mass production of next-generation superconducting cables through our collaboration with Taihan. The combination of Taihan’s over 80 years of manufacturing experience and SuperNode’s innovative technology will accelerate the commercialization of high-capacity superconducting cables, leading the era of renewable energy and data-driven infrastructure.”
Taihan Vice Chairman Song Jong-min commented, “By combining our cable manufacturing expertise with SuperNode’s advanced design technology, we can enhance our competitiveness in the superconducting sector. Through continuous technological development, we aim to lead the global superconducting cable industry.”
Superconducting cables, which utilize superconductive materials that have zero electrical resistance below certain low temperatures, are emerging as a key technology for future power infrastructure. They allow high volumes of electric current to be transmitted with exceptional efficiency, without the need for high voltages, highlighting their significance in next-generation energy networks.
