Hitachi Energy invests $69 M in its Ludvika factory

The company is adding an additional facility to support continuous growth.

 


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Sweden, Ludvika: Hitachi Energy has announced a $69 M (700 million SEK) investment to further expand its operations in Ludvika with an additional 20,000 m2 facility.

The factory has a rich history of innovation in manufacturing HVDC systems. The expansion will feature increased testing capacity for the MACHTM control and protection system, integrated office spaces to enhance collaboration, and a new visitors’ centre to strengthen customer and partner engagement.

This new facility will enable Hitachi Energy to expand its testing capacity fivefold, meeting the rising demand for advanced energy solutions. The onsite office space will enhance teamwork and improve operational efficiency, accommodating many of the 2,000 new hires planned in Sweden by 2027. Additionally, the visitors’ centre will offer an immersive experience, showcasing Hitachi Energy’s cutting-edge technologies that drive the clean energy transition.

Source: Hitachi Energy