Hitachi Energy India Limited has received a significant order from Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) to supply 30 units of 765-kilovolt (kV), 500 megavolt-ampere (MVA) single-phase transformers.
These ultra-high voltage (UHV) AC transformers will play a critical role in enhancing the reliability, security, and efficiency of India's power grid. Once installed, these units can collectively transmit power equivalent to the average consumption of 30 million Indian households, supporting the country’s ambitious energy transition.
The 765 kV voltage class is a key enabler of efficient bulk power transfer over long distances. These transformers help reduce transmission losses and cut down on the number of transmission lines needed—saving land, construction costs, and operating expenses. With India witnessing a 15% annual growth in power transformer demand over the past two years, the shift toward long-term, program-based planning by utilities is gaining momentum.
The transformers will be manufactured at Hitachi Energy India’s facility in Maneja, Vadodara, Gujarat, reflecting the company’s commitment to the government’s “Make in India” vision. Delivery schedules are tightly aligned with POWERGRID’s ongoing transmission network expansion plans.
Hitachi Energy recently achieved a global milestone by successfully testing the world’s first 765-kV / 400-kV, 250 MVA natural ester-filled transformer. Ester oil, being biodegradable and safer than conventional oils, offers a sustainability-focused and safer option for operators of ultra-high-voltage AC systems.
“From a technology provider perspective, this shift helps us plan capacity investments, reserve supply chains, and ensure timely delivery,” said N Venu, Managing Director & CEO, Hitachi Energy India Limited. “In addition to being the leading transformer manufacturer, Hitachi Energy brings its global technology prowess and local expertise across the energy value chain to be a partner of choice in mission-critical nation-building projects to inspire the next era of sustainable energy.”
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On June 26, 2025, Hitachi Energy India share price (NSE: POWERINDIA) opened at ₹19,636.00 and closed at ₹19,410.00, down by 1.15%. The stock price touched its day’s low at ₹19,333.00.
This order reinforces Hitachi Energy India's position as a key player in India’s power infrastructure transformation. With a focus on local manufacturing, grid efficiency, and sustainable innovation, the company continues to support India’s journey toward a flexible and future-ready power grid.
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Published on: Jun 27, 2025, 8:24 AM IST
Nikitha Devi
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