Hitachi Energy’s expanded Service Center in Norway
Hitachi Energy has expanded its Service Center in Drammen, Norway, with an increased capacity to modernize and refurbish transformers and high-voltage equipment.
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Norway, Drammen: Hitachi Energy has inaugurated an expansion of its Service Center in Drammen, Norway, with an increased capacity to modernize and refurbish transformers and high-voltage equipment, and the service team in Drammen will continue to provide life-cycle services to customers. As one of the largest such facilities in Europe, the center is positioned to contribute to the company’s efforts to support the rising global demand for transformers driven by renewable energy and electrification.
The expansion is part of the recently announced $1.5 billion investment to increase transformer production and service capacity and underscores the important role that the operative service life of transformers and electrical equipment play in the energy transition. The expanded center provides a full-service offering, including refurbishment and repair services, helping to extend transformer lifespans, minimize costly interruptions, and reduce replacement needs. The facility is equipped with solar panels that generate enough energy to meet nearly all its energy needs.
“Our transformers service centers in Europe are a critical enabler of the energy transition. By extending the life cycle and optimizing transformers’ performance, we support our customers in advancing their sustainability journeys. Every step we take aligns with our commitment to reduce environmental impact and foster a carbon-neutral Europe, ensuring that sustainability remains at the core of our innovation and service excellence,” Norbert Beatrix, Hub Manager Europe Region, Business Unit Transformers at Hitachi Energy, said.
Source: Hitachi Energy