DTEK to build first Ukrainian digital substation with support of France
DTEK has secured an $11.8 M grant from France to construct Ukraine's first digital substation using GE Vernova technology, boosting energy resilience.
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Ukraine: DTEK, the largest private investor in Ukraine’s energy sector, has received an $11.8 M (€11 M) grant from the French government to build Ukraine’s first digital substation.
The project, which will use GE Vernova technologies, will cost $16 M (€15 M), funded by the French government grant of $11.8 M and DTEK’s own investment of $4.2 M (€4 M).
The project’s approval highlights the strengthening ties between France and Ukraine and reinforces global support for enhancing Ukraine’s energy resilience and security.
DTEK’s CEO, Maksym Timchenko, stated: “We are extremely grateful to France for this generous support. Thanks to this grant, we are taking another step in rebuilding Ukraine’s decentralised energy system. Modern digital networks are the foundation for increasing resilience, improving efficiency, and ensuring stable energy supply both now and in the future. This digital substation is more than an infrastructure project; it will be the cornerstone of economic recovery, energy independence, and strengthening ties between Ukraine and France. We also thank GE Vernova for the strategic partnership and look forward to the results of our collaboration.”
Pierre Elbrun, special envoy of the President of France for economic assistance and Ukraine’s recovery, described the project as a significant step in Ukraine-France cooperation in the energy sector: “France is committed to supporting Ukraine’s recovery not only through rebuilding infrastructure but also by supplying modern equipment, engineering solutions, and operational services that bring the country closer to EU standards. Specifically, France supports the partnership between GE Vernova and DTEK within this landmark project, which will enhance Ukraine’s energy system’s resilience today and pave the way for future large-scale transformations.”
Source: The Odessa Journal
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