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Hitachi Energy will build a $528 million Mississippi transformer factory. The Gallman facility will more than double local production capacity as US demand for critical grid equipment continues growing.
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National Grid has launched a six-lot substation equipment framework procurement. The three-year arrangement covers earthing, suppression, cable and bund-control equipment across the Midlands, South West and South Wales.
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Aura Power has brought its Grimsby solar farm into operation. The 49.9MW North East Lincolnshire project uses single-axis tracking and is exporting electricity while final testing and snagging continue.
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Ofgem will develop new procurement guidance for electricity network companies. Industry responses emphasised demand visibility, investability and proportionate reporting rather than mandatory local-content requirements.
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Econergy has entered France by acquiring Escofi’s 740MW wind platform. The €134.3 million transaction includes operating, construction-stage and development assets concentrated in northern France.
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Grenergy has expanded two Spanish storage platforms through new acquisitions. Iberian Oasis now comprises 1GW of solar and 3.2GWh of storage, while Greenbox has reached 10GWh under construction or advanced development.
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EirGrid has opened Step 4a consultation on offshore grid options. The programme covers substations, export cables, landfalls and two connection areas needed for up to 900MW of Tonn Nua wind generation.
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Salzgitter has contracted hybrid renewable capacity for low-carbon steelmaking operations. Two German projects will combine 147MW of solar generation with 79MW/237MWh of batteries controlled by the steelmaker.
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Nordex will supply thirteen turbines for Brandenburg’s Schönermark-Passow wind farm. The 91MW order includes N163/6.X machines and a 20-year service agreement, with first commissioning scheduled for January 2028.
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VINCI Energies will maintain Vattenfall’s southern Stockholm electricity distribution network. The four-year agreement is worth about €30 million annually and covers maintenance, repairs, connections and network alterations.