UK-Ireland Interconnector 2

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UK-Ireland Interconnector 2, known as Interconnector 2 and Second Interconnector, is a natural gas pipeline in Scotland and Ireland.

Location

The pipeline runs from Moffat, Scotland to Gormanston, Ireland with an 11km spur to the Isle of Man.

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Pipeline Details

• Owner: Gas Networks Ireland
• Capacity:
• Length: 195 km
• Diameter:
• Status:
• Start Year: 2002
• Related Projects: UK-Ireland Interconnector