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India: Integration of renewables gains momentum
Gandikota pumped storage plant will help balance the growing share of solar and wind energy.
ANDRITZ has received its third consecutive order from Adani Green Energy to supply seven units for the 1,800 MW Gandikota project — strengthening India’s renewable energy supply. The plant will play an important role for energy storage and assist in grid stability from intermittent renewable energy. ANDRITZ’s turnkey delivery includes design, manufacturing, installation, and commissioning.
👉 Gandikota, Andhra Pradesh, India: 1,800 MW
🛠 Seven reversible pump turbines, motor generators, and related electromechanical equipment on a turnkey basis
Thailand: Thailand’s hydropower legacy gets a makeover
Srinagarind hydropower plant enters the next chapter with ANDRITZ.
The Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT) has awarded ANDRITZ the contract to modernize the two 180 MW pump turbine units at the Srinagarind hydropower plant, reinforcing Thailand’s commitment to sustainable energy. The upgrade will enhance efficiency and significantly extend the plant’s operational life.
ANDRITZ continues its five-decade legacy of hydropower innovation in Thailand.
👉 Srinagarind, Kanchanaburi, Thailand: 360 MW
🛠 Pump turbines, motor generators, and related electromechanical equipment and auxiliaries
India: Driving clean energy growth
Tarali pumped storage plant to boost India’s renewable grid.
ANDRITZ will equip Adani Green Energy’s 1,500 MW Tarali pumped storage plant in Maharashtra, supporting India’s clean energy goals with advanced hydropower solutions. This repeat order highlights ANDRITZ’s trusted role in India’s hydropower expansion.
The project will help balance variable renewables and strengthen grid reliability.
👉 Tarali, Maharashtra, India: 1,500 MW
🛠 Pump turbines, motor generators, and related electromechanical equipment
Slovenia: Going next gen
The Formin hydropower plant is being completely refurbished.
Dravske elektrarne Maribor (DEM) partners with ANDRITZ to upgrade the 45-year-old Formin hydropower plant, increasing its capacity to 130 MW and enhancing Slovenia’s renewable energy output.
This is the final plant in DEM’s fleet on the Drava River to undergo modernization. The project reflects a shared commitment to sustainability and energy efficiency.
👉 Formin, Drava River, Slovenia, 130 MW
🛠 Design, manufacturing, installation, testing, and commissioning of the refurbished and uprated units along with associated auxiliaries
Italy: Alpine innovation
Valpelline hydropower plant is set for a high-tech transformation.
Compagnia Valdostana delle Acque (CVA) has selected ANDRITZ for a turnkey rehabilitation of the historic Valpelline hydropower plant, delivering EU Grid Code-compliant upgrades and future-ready performance.
The project includes complex logistics and precision engineering across several ANDRITZ locations. Work will begin in 2027, with completion scheduled for 2029.
👉 Valpelline, Aosta Valley, Italy: 150 MW after rehabilitation
🛠 Two new synchronous generators, four new Pelton runners, four new spherical valves, new injectors penstock components, and a complete cooling and electrical system upgrade
Ireland and Northern Ireland:
Future-ready grid
Four new synchronous condenser projects awarded for the Low Carbon Interia Service in Ireland and Northern Ireland.
ANDRITZ and ELECNOR secure contracts to deliver cutting-edge grid stability solutions for the substations Glencloosagh, Coleraine, Quarry Lane, and Coolkeeragh, enabling zero-carbon resilience. These facilities will replace fossil-fueled grid services with clean alternatives.
The projects are key to meeting net-zero targets in both Ireland and Northern Ireland.
👉 Glencloosagh, Co. Kerry, Ireland:
🛠 250 MVA salient pole
👉 Quarry Lane, Ballysumaghan Co. Sligo, Ireland:
🛠 250 MVA salient pole
👉 Coolkeeragh, Maydown in Derry-Londonderry, Northern Ireland: 🛠 250 MVA salient pole
👉 Coleraine, Causeway Coast and Glens, Northern Ireland:
🛠 110 MVA salient pole
