Siemens Transformers supplies power transformers for Astana Expo 2017
Kazakhstan, Astana: Siemens Transformers delivered four TRDN-63000/110 power transformers for 110/20 kV substations Olympus and Aeroport.
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European Commission adopts new regulation for transformer energy efficiency requirements
Belgium, Brussels: Yesterday, the European Commission adopted the Ecodesign Regulation which will ensure that transformers become progressively more efficient.
Extreme heat causes transformer failures in Mexico
Mexico, Tamaulipas: Since extreme temperatures have been recorded, electricity consumption increased by almost 30 %, which caused transformer failures in the area.
Eskom investigating substation fire in Mpumalanga
South Africa, Mpumalanga : Following the fire incident at one of its substations in Secunda, Eskom is investigating the cause according to the company's statement.
Alstom wins power contract for Tysso II HPP in Norway
France, Levallois-Perret: Alstom has been awarded a contract by Statkraft to supply new power equipment and control system for the Tysso II hydro power plant in Skjeggedal, Norway.
MOESK replaces power transformers at Zubovskaya substation in Moscow city centre
Russia, Moscow: MOESK (Moscow United Electric Grid Company) completed the next stage of the 110 kV Zubovskaya substation as part of the investment programme.
Alstom awarded fully digital substation contract in Venezuela
France, Levallois-Perret: Alstom Grid has been awarded a $ 20 million contract by SNC Engineering & Construction to supply the new 138/24 kV Zulia 8 digital substation in...
ABB technology to optimise power plant in Germany
Switzerland, Zurich: ABB will provide a turnkey power and automation solution for the Lichterfelde combined heat and power (CHP) plant in Berlin, Germany owned and operated by Vattenfall.
Marubeni supplies main transformers for Wang Noi 4 Power Plant
Japan, Tokyo: A consortium comprising of Siemens AG, Japanese Marubeni and Siemens Ltd. Thailand has completed works on the Wang Noi 4 combined cycle power plant in Thailand.
FGC implements project involving transformer heat recovery technology
Russia, Nizhny Novgorod: Federal Grid Company (FGC) summed up the implementation of the pilot project to improve the efficiency of the substations.
Wijngaardnatie Logistics/Atlantic NV hauls 266-tonne transformer to Antwerp port
Belgium, Antwerp: The 266-tonne power transformer was picked up by Wijngaardnatie Logistics/Atlantic NV last Thursday.
ABB wins orders worth Β£ 20 million from Ulstein Verft
Switzerland, Zurich: ABB won orders worth $ 20 million to supply electrical power and propulsion systems for two next generation offshore vessels built by Norwayβs Ulstein Verft.
Siemens to make formal Alstom bid
France, Levallois-Perret: Siemens is preparing a formal asset-swap offer for Alstom's power business this week.
Bel to acquire Emerson Network Power Connectivity Solutions for $ 98 million
USA, New Jersey: Bel Fuse Inc. announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the Emerson Network Power Connectivity Solutions (ECS) business of Emerson Inc.
Power transformer explosion causes evacuation
USA, California: Power transformer explosion caused a structure fire near Montana and Second streets in Santa Monica.
DolWin3 grid connection moves forward
France, Levallois-Perret: On Thursday 15 May 2014, the ground-breaking ceremony for the onshore converter station took place at the DΓΆrpen West site in Heede, Germany, with representatives of...
Siemens to provide power transformers as part of Casino Mining Project
Canada, Ontario: Siemens Canada Ltd. and Western Copper & Gold intend to negotiate development of a concept for integrated electrical mining equipment from Siemens for the Casino Mining...
Pioneer Power Solutions announces Q1 2014 results
USA, New Jersey: Pioneer Power Solutions, Inc. a manufacturer of specialty power transmission and distribution equipment, announced its first quarter 2014 results.
L&T wins $ 126.5 million contracts in Saudi Arabia and Oman
India, Mumbai: Larsen & Toubro (L&T) power transmission and distribution business has secured contracts worth $ 126.5 million in Saudi Arabia and Oman.
CG to supply power equipment for Nairobi Metropolitan Ring Project
India, Mumbai: Crompton Greaves (CG) has made a deal with Spanish Iberdrola Ingenieria y Construccion S.A.U., which is supervising the Nairobi Metropolitan Ring Project, to supply high-voltage (HV)...
GE bid process for Alstom going as expected
USA, Connecticut: General Electric (GE)'s process of the $ 16.9 billion bid for the Alstom's power turbine and grid business is going as expected according to the president...
Power supply in Slavonija and Baranja repaired after transformer incident
Croatia, Ernestinovo: Power outage was caused by trip in power transformer in 400 kV Ernestinovo substation. Water supply was also interrupted as well as road traffic.
Mikano to distribute Schniederβs low voltage products in Nigeria
Nigeria: Mikano International, distributor of industrial and household power generators, has entered an agreement with Schneider Electric to manage the sales of low voltage electrical equipment.
CG installs transformer substation at the Amrumbank West
India, Mumbai: CG has announced the installation of power transformer substation at the Amrumbank West offshore wind farm. The station is located 100 kilometres off the German coast...