Europe’s First Robbins Crossover Makes Breakthrough

30/05/2018

Moglicë Headrace Tunnel - On May 3, 2018 a 6.2 m (20.3 ft) diameter Robbins Crossover (XRE) TBM broke through, marking the completion of the first TBM-driven tunnel in Albania. The TBM, operated by contractor Limak, was also the first Crossover machine to operate in Europe. The 6.7 km (4.2 mi) long Moglicë Headrace Tunnel is part of a project known as Devoll Hydropower. The completed Moglicë Hydropower Station will increase Albania’s electricity production by 17% and, together with the nearby Banja Hydropower Station, will eventually supply more than 300,000 Albanian households. For further information read their press release here. 22/18.