Hitachi Energy to Invest ₹300 Crore for the Expansion of Transformer Material Plant

Hitachi Energy India on Friday said it will invest ₹300 crore in its insulation and components business to expand manufacturing at its Mysuru, Karnataka facility. The expansion focuses on high-quality insulation materials used in power and distribution transformers.

Role of Insulation Materials

In transformers, insulation materials serve as barriers that control electricity flow and reduce the risk of short circuits. The Mysuru unit will double its capacity to produce extra-high voltage (EHV) pressboard and laminated board, which are essential for reliable transformer operations.

Part of Larger Plan

The investment is part of the company’s ₹2,000 crore commitment to India announced in October 2024. Hitachi Energy has been gradually scaling up local operations to address the increasing demand for electricity infrastructure.

Focus on Sustainability

The Mysuru expansion will include replacing the site’s fossil fuel boiler. This change will make the facility an ultra-low-carbon pressboard manufacturing site. The company said the plant will also feature the world’s first fossil-free production line for transformer-grade pressboards.

According to Hitachi Energy, demand for transformers and their components is rising in India and worldwide. Supply has not kept pace, leading to a gap that affects electricity grid development. The new investment is for narrowing this gap by increasing output capacity.

International Reach

The expanded production will not only support India but also supply markets including the UAE, Oman, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Indonesia, South Korea, and South Africa. The company said this will strengthen the availability of insulation materials across multiple regions.

The Mysuru expansion is scheduled for completion by mid-2027. Once operational, the facility will have the capacity to serve both Indian and international customers with higher volumes of insulation boards.

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Conclusion

Hitachi Energy’s ₹300 crore investment in Mysuru will add new manufacturing capacity, support electricity grid requirements, and extend supply to overseas markets.

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