We are primarily tasked with providing power transmission services, system services and facilitating the energy market. Our core tasks follow from our appointment as grid operator under the Dutch 'Elektriciteitswet' (E-wet) and the German 'Energiewirtschaftsgesetz' (EnWG).
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Read moreTenneT manages the high-voltage grid in the Netherlands and large parts of Germany. TenneT transmits electricity at 110,000 volts (110 kV) and higher. With around 23,000 kilometres of high-voltage lines, we cross borders and connect countries.
The energy sector is developing rapidly. The process of European market integration began some years ago. Its purpose is to create a single European market that enables market parties to trade gas and electricity across national borders easily and efficiently.
We provide transparency data on our operations on our Dutch and German transparency page and on ENTSO-E.
To transparency pagesOur vision is to be one of the most transparent Transmission System Operators (TSO) in Europe and thereby creating value for society. In this Energy Insights section we present selected energy related topics and show data, information and valuable insights.
TenneT is a leading European electricity transmission system operator (TSO), with activities in the Netherlands and in Germany. We strive to ensure a reliable and uninterrupted supply of electricity in our high-voltage grid for some 41 million people.
Our contact information in the Netherlands and Germany.
For journalists only; 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
+31 (0)26 373 26 00 communicatie(at)tennet.eu
Mariëndaal Centre of Excellence
Utrechtseweg 310, Arnhem, The Netherlands0800 836 63 88 communicatie(at)tennet.eu
TenneT’s head office is located in Arnhem, the Netherlands. We also have regional offices in Gouda, Weert and Hoogeveen. Contact details and route descriptions are available via our Locations page.
Our locationsTenneT’s head office in Germany is located in Bayreuth. We also have regional offices in Berlin, Dachau, and Lehrte. Contact details and route descriptions are available via our Locations page.
Our locationsTenneT's Belgium office is located in Brussels. Contact details are available via our Locations page.
Our locations
All visitors to TenneT sites must report to the reception desk upon arrival and provide proof of identity, i.e. a valid passport, identity card or driving license. The receptionist will give you a personal visitor’s badge after you have registered. This badge must be worn in a clearly visible place at all times.
Route descriptions are available via our Locations page. You can park in one of the visitor parking spaces. There are charging stations for electric cars available.
For TenneT, the safety of its employees and visitors is of paramount importance. We adhere to safety procedures, warn each other about unsafe situations and always report any incident or near miss. Our goal is zero accidents. Visitors will be informed about our safety policy upon arrival on TenneT premises. Stay tuned. Safety first!
