Eiffage secures $1.7 B French offshore deal
Eiffage, via Smulders, will deliver three offshore substations worth over $1.7 B (€1.5 B) for French offshore wind projects totalling more than 2 GW.
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SSEN launches tender for EGL3 converter works
SSEN Transmission has opened tendering for the northern converter civil works on the 2 GW Eastern Green Link 3 HVDC project.
Massive blackout hits Belgorod after strikes
Power outages have been reported in Belgorod and nearby towns after reported strikes on a power plant and substation, local officials said.
EU pledges $638 M for Africa’s clean energy
The EU has announced $638 M (€545 M) to support clean energy projects in nine African countries, targeting power infrastructure and rural access.
Stream Data Centers expands with $300 M project
Stream Data Centers has filed plans for a $300 M facility in Wilmer, southern Dallas County, adding to its growing hyperscale campus footprint.
Babica substation inaugurated in southern Albania
Albania has inaugurated the 110 kV Babica substation, part of the Southern Ring Road, in cooperation with German development bank KfW.
Terna authorised for new power line in Grosseto
The Italian Ministry of the Environment and Energy Security has authorised Terna to build a new underground power line in the province of Grosseto.
Molded case circuit breakers market to expand to $15.5 B by 2031
A report by Allied Market Research shows the global molded case circuit breakers market will grow from $9.2 B in 2021 to $15.5 B by 2031 at 5.4...
Iran signs SMR deal with Russia
Iran and Russia have signed an MoU to cooperate on building small modular reactors (SMRs) as part of their civilian nuclear energy programme.
Judge allows US offshore wind project to resume
A US court has cleared construction of the 704 MW Revolution Wind farm, which is already 80 % complete and set to power Rhode Island and Connecticut.
Global busbar market to hit $23 B by 2029
The global busbar market, estimated at $17.71 B in 2024, will rise to $22.86 B in 2029 growing at a steady 5.6 % CAGR.
National Grid builds new transmission control centre
The new facility is being built at Hams Hall to strengthen grid resilience and support Britain’s clean energy transition.
North American virtual power plants grow 13.7 %
VPPs added 4.5 GW of capacity in 2024, with residential participation rising despite regulatory challenges, says Wood Mackenzie report.
US approves $130 M Moldova–Romania transmission line
The new 400 kV line will enhance Moldova's energy security and integration into the European grid.
Australia powers up first eight-hour BESS
Limondale BESS has become the country’s longest-duration battery energy storage system, boosting renewable integration and grid reliability in New South Wales.
Siemens Energy secures $127 M Bahrain substation deal
The 400 kV facility in Sitra Industrial Area will support future power and water infrastructure expansion in Bahrain.
Pacific Power to expand Central Oregon grid
Pacific Power will build a new substation in Redmond and upgrade the existing ones in Central Oregon.
Drone debris sparks fire at Russian substation
Fires broke out in Krasnodar Krai after a drone attack, but no casualties were reported as emergency crews responded overnight.
Jones Bros secures UK’s largest battery project
Jones Bros takes lead on Thorpe Marsh site, a former coal station now set to become one of Europe’s most significant battery hubs.
Blackstone to acquire Hill Top plant for $1 B
The 620 MW natural gas facility in Pennsylvania is seen as one of the most efficient in the US and will help meet growing data centre demand.
Terra Firma Energy appoints EDF as optimiser
EDF will manage TFE’s UK flexible generation assets, ensuring reliable performance and supporting the country’s low-carbon transition.
EMEC and FLOWRA join forces on floating wind
The partnership establishes and manages a new Scottish test site, helping developers trial floating wind technology in real-world conditions.
Hitachi Energy to open Glasgow engineering hub
New centre will create 90 jobs and support critical UK grid upgrades as part of Scotland’s growing clean energy sector.
Air-insulated switchgear substations market to hit $11.9 B by 2033
The global AIS substations market, estimated at $7.8 B in 2024, is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.9 % from 2025 to 2033 and reach $11.9...