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.
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Germany, Bühl: A key infrastructure project is unfolding in Baden-Württemberg as TransnetBW prepares to commission a new 380 kV gas-insulated switchgear (GIS) substation in Bühl by 2026. Replacing the outdated 220 kV equipment, this advanced substation will significantly enhance power transmission capacity in the region and support Germany’s energy transition, the Energiewende.
As part of the larger Baden Rhine Energy Corridor and the NBR project, the substation will enable efficient transmission of renewable energy – particularly wind power from the north – to meet growing electricity demand in the south. The project involves upgrading six substations and replacing the existing 220 kV line with a 380 kV connection, aiming to ensure long-term grid stability and cross-border supply security.
Linxon, a global EPC contractor, is responsible for the substation’s design, installation, and commissioning. The facility will incorporate Hitachi Energy’s compact and reliable ELK-3 GIS technology, designed for high performance in limited space and voltages up to 420 kV.
“This has been a very interesting project, where we support the expansion of the Baden Rhine Energy Corridor and our client TransnetBW’s efforts to ensure the security of a stable electricity supply,” said Stefan Reisacher, CEO at Linxon.
The substation has been carefully integrated into its surroundings, with the main equipment housed in a low-impact building. A recent public event hosted by TransnetBW and supported by Linxon highlighted the project’s role in enabling a cleaner, more resilient energy future.
Source: Linxon
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