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Bühl GIS substation powers energy transformation
New 380 kV GIS facility will secure power supply, support energy transition, and reinforce cross-border connections by 2026.
Kilmarnock substation upgrade supports greener grid
$11.3 M investment improves resilience and supports clean energy transition in East Ayrshire.
$23.7 M substation revamp to support green power in Dorset
A major upgrade of Chickerell substation aims to boost resilience, support low-carbon technologies, and benefit 60,000 customers across south-west Dorset.
State Grid expands Jiangbin substation for summer
Zhejiang’s largest 500 kV substation adds 1 MVA transformer to boost grid reliability ahead of peak demand in Shaoxing, Ningbo, and surrounding regions.
Amazon pours $10 B into AI data centers
Amazon’s North Carolina investment will boost AI infrastructure, create 500 jobs, and support its broader $100 B annual capital expenditure push.
Substation fire cuts power to 40,000 units
Suspected cable theft triggers explosion in Campo Grande substation, leaving one man dead and thousands temporarily without electricity.
GE Vernova expands power transmission services globally
New service units in Mexico, UAE, India, UK, and China strengthen GE Vernova’s support for high-voltage equipment maintenance and modernization worldwide.
Switchgear market to reach $200.5 B by 2034
The switchgear market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 6 % during 2025-2034, reaching a total market value of around $200.5 B by 2034.
National Grid enhances lines for renewables
The installed grid-enhancing technology allows more renewable power to flow through existing transmission lines.
Eletrobras renews HVDC service deal with Hitachi Energy
The extended agreement adds digital monitoring and cybersecurity to ensure stable HVDC transmission from the Amazon to Brazil’s urban centers.
Toronto to build new power transmission line
Ontario plans a third line to meet growing electricity demand, support transit expansion, and ensure a reliable power supply for Toronto’s downtown.
Iran unveils first all-in-one solar substation
Iran Transfo’s integrated solar system combines inverter, transformer, and switchgear to boost renewable energy and cut foreign equipment dependence.
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Louisiana invests billions to reinforce power grid
Energy leaders met in New Orleans to advance grid resilience, with a $2 B initiative focused on storm recovery, infrastructure upgrades, and clean energy solutions.
Powering progress: India’s substation and switchgear surge
Rising electricity demand, green energy targets and digital innovations drive India’s growing need for modern substations and intelligent switchgear systems.
Ganz invests €52 M to double production capacity
New plant in Tápiószele will expand manufacturing, cut time to market, support sustainability goals, and create 200 new jobs by the end of the decade.
BPA plans new transmission line to power Tri-Cities
A line and new substation will boost grid reliability, support growth, and prepare Tri-Cities for rising energy demand and future development.
Adani wins $194 M power project in Maharashtra
The project will transmit 1.5 GW of clean energy from Raigad to Mumbai, expanding Adani Energy’s transmission network and boosting India’s green infrastructure.
National Grid launches data centre substation
The new network upgrade includes SF6-free substation in Buckinghamshire to power data centres, support digital growth, and reduce emissions.
Massive investment powers the future of grid intelligence
As power grids decentralize, massive investments in AI and edge computing are essential to prevent outages and stabilize a strained global infrastructure.
Meralco Spends $12.3 M to boost substations
Three major substation upgrades aim to meet rising power demand in Laguna, Cavite, Valenzuela, Malabon, BGC, and parts of Makati.
California approves $4.8 B grid expansion plan
California ISO Board approves 2024–2025 plan with 31 grid projects totaling $4.8 B to support rising demand and modernize the state’s power infrastructure.
Policy shifts threaten U.S. offshore wind growth
Despite progress on Empire Wind, unstable federal support could delay future investments and drive offshore manufacturing overseas.