Hitachi Energy is set to unveil a suite of innovative solutions at the upcoming “Energy and Digital World 75” (EDW75), an event that will commemorate 75 years of Hitachi Energy’s presence in India.
To be held on October 7 and 8, 2024 in New Delhi, EDW75 is expected to see the participation of over 2000 policymakers, regulators, diplomats, customers, suppliers, academia and think tanks. Over 50 global and Indian industry experts will share their views through multiple technology sessions on new energy integration, strengthening sustainable electrification, and creating smart infrastructure.
The event will be inaugurated by Amitabh Kant, India’s G20 Sherpa, Andreas Schierenbeck, Global CEO, Hitachi Energy, and N Venu, Managing Director & CEO, Hitachi Energy India.
Launches at EDW75
At the event, Hitachi Energy will unveil Grid-enSure™ portfolio that comprises the company’s present and future solutions based on power electronics and advanced control systems to enhance the grid’s flexibility, resilience, and stability. The company will also introduce REF650, a medium-voltage protection and control relay, bolstering its presence in the power distribution market.
Grid-eMotion® portfolio – a game-changer in the electric vehicle charging ecosystem will be launched at the event. This smart mobility solution will accelerate the uptake of safe, sustainable, and smart mobility in India, especially for large-scale public transport and commercial fleets. Technological solutions such as these will be pivotal in accelerating the country’s journey toward its Net-Zero ambition.
Over the last decade, the transition to clean energy has gathered momentum in India, creating demand for transformative technologies. At the event, Hitachi Energy will present the world’s first SF6-free 420kV gas-insulated switchgear (GIS) from its EconiQ™ portfolio that significantly reduces greenhouse gas emissions by eliminating the use of sulphur hexafluoride (SF6).
Investment of Rs.2,000 crore
To mark this milestone year, Hitachi Energy India Ltd plans to invest around Rs.2,000 crore over the next four to five years, contingent on continuing underlying trends, as India marches on towards becoming the third largest economy in the world.
Key highlights of the investments include a significant capacity expansion of the large power transformers factory, upgraded testing capabilities for specialty transformers at the small power transformers and the relocation of the bushings factory, all crucial to further develop the country’s transmission projects to meet increasing energy demands.
The capacity of the traction transformers factory will also be boosted to support the modernization of the Indian railway network. This investment will bolster the manufacturing capacity of Hitachi Energy India’s production facilities.
Additionally, plans are underway to expand the network control solutions offering and develop and manufacture localized Grid eXpand and Grid eMotion. The company will also introduce its maiden medium voltage offering- REF650—to the Indian market. Furthermore, concerted efforts will be made to nurture the supplier base in India for India and the world.
Accelerating new energy transition
“Through innovative technologies and solutions, Hitachi Energy seeks to create a world suitable for today’s generations and those to come. These investments anticipate India’s future energy requirement – to accelerate new energy transition and sustainable electrification – and the evolving nature of collaboration with customers and other stakeholders locally and in global markets, especially through digitalization and a lifecycle partner. It further strengthens our vision of make in India for India and the rest of the world,” said N Venu, Managing Director & CEO, Hitachi Energy India.
75 years in India
Hitachi Energy has been contributing to various nation-building projects in India over the last 75 years, since 1949. It has had various identities from Hindustan Electric to Hindustan Brown Boveri, ABB Power Grids, Hitachi ABB Power Grids, and now Hitachi Energy.
Featured photograph shows N Venu, MD and CEO, India & South Asia, Hitachi Energy (right) and Andreas Schierenbeck, Global CEO, Hitachi Energy inaugurating EDW75 in Delhi on October 7, 2024
