Installing 33kV underground cables can present several challenges that require careful management to ensure safety and reliability. Some of the most common challenges include:

• Logistical Challenges: Handling and transporting heavy cable drums, especially in difficult terrain.

• Environmental Obstacles: Encountering existing underground utilities, water pipes, or unstable soil during excavation.

• Thermal Management: Ensuring proper heat dissipation as underground cables are not exposed to open air. This is a critical factor in cable spacing and backfilling material selection.

• Cable Damage: The risk of mechanical damage to the cable during the pulling, handling, and backfilling stages. This can be mitigated with appropriate tension control equipment and careful handling.

• Fault Location: Locating and repairing faults in underground cables can be a time-consuming and complex process.