Indian Company Joins Hitachi Energy to Deliver HVDC Systems for TenneT’s Offshore Wind Programme

Collaborating with Hitachi Energy, L&T has been nominated by TenneT to deliver HVDC converter stations.

The initiative aims to accelerate the integration of large-scale renewable energy into the European power grid, particularly across the German and Dutch sectors of the North Sea.

“This collaboration is a significant step forward for L&T’s Offshore Wind Business. It not only validates our engineering and project management strengths but also demonstrates our ability to deliver integrated HVDC solutions for large-scale renewable projects. We are grateful to TenneT for this opportunity and look forward to contributing to their ambitious North Sea energy transition program through reliable, world-class execution,” said Subramanian Sarma, Deputy Managing Director & President of L&T.

The company added that its offshore wind business is built on robust multidisciplinary capabilities, a strategic alliance with global industry leaders, and a resilient supplier ecosystem, and is supported by three modular fabrication facilities.

In March 2023, TenneT signed a framework agreement with the consortium comprising Hitachi Energy and Petrofac for six offshore wind grid connection projects, out of a total of 14, that the TSO will realise via the 2 GW programme. The six projects include the Dutch offshore grid connections IJmuiden Ver Alpha, Nederwiek 1, Nederwiek 3, Doordewind 1, Doordewind 2, and the LanWin5 grid connection in Germany.

TenneT recently announced that it exercised its right to partially terminate the contract covering Petrofac’s scope after the company failed to meet its contractual obligations, and said that a solution has been put in place involving a consortium of Hitachi Energy and a replacement contractor.

A few days later, the UK engineering and consultancy provider filed for administration.