Technical codes and market rules establish the duties and responsibilities of system, network/pipeline and market operators as well as network users and market participants. Despite a large variety of solutions in different countries and markets, the role of technical and commercial codes as interface documents in an unbundled industry is universal. They are fundamental for providing non-discriminatory access to networks and pipelines, while ensuring safe, efficient and reliable operations. 

KEMA is one of the world’s leading consulting companies in developing technical and commercial rules for open access. Starting with the development of the first England & Wales Grid Code in 1990, our consultants have provided expert assistance in a large number of countries, including e.g. Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Germany, Hungary, Kazakhstan, the Netherlands, Norway, Romania, South Korea, Thailand, the UK and the US.

Our services on technical and commercial rules for open access include:

• Developing technical codes, such as Grid, Distribution, Metering or System Codes, and Cooperation Rules
• Developing market rules, including rules for the wholesale and balancing market, settlement structures as well as power pooling rules and arrangements
• Operations manuals for system and market operators