Polish time on February 12: Critical failure on the Poland-Sweden interconnection

2026-02-22 05:01:27

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While Poland manages its energy issues with particular attention, a significant outage struck the cross-border infrastructure that day. Local time, the Polish power grid company confirmed a temporary interruption of the line connecting Poland to Sweden, following the identification of a technical fault on the facilities.

The outage and its initial impacts

The detected fault does not affect the overall stability of the electrical system according to official statements. Polish authorities quickly assured that operations remain secure and that backup mechanisms are activated. Technicians are currently conducting a full assessment of the damaged components to determine the extent of repairs needed.

External intervention ruled out

Grid officials clarified that there is no indication of possible sabotage or deliberate human intervention. This clarification is particularly important in the current geopolitical context in Eastern Europe, where energy infrastructures are under increased surveillance.

A vital connection in the process of restoration

The Poland-Sweden submarine transmission line, operational since 2000, is one of the region’s most critical energy connections. This infrastructure enables a stabilizing energy interdependence between the two nations. Restoration efforts continue to quickly restore this essential energy artery for the functioning of the regional electrical system.

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