Electrical & Power Industry News: Power/Electricity Distribution

PM launches world's largest decentralized solar power project in Maharashtra Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the first five solar parks of the world's largest decentralized solar power generation project of 16,000 MW capacity being developed in Maharashtra for daytime power supply to farmers for irrigation at Pohradevi in Washim district on Saturday.Mukhyamantri Saur Krishi Vahini Yojana 2.0 (MSKVY 2.0) is being implemented in the state based on the Central Government's...

IIT Bombay partners with ABB India to set up electrical machines & drives lab The Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT Bombay) has partnered with ABB India to establish a cutting-edge teaching laboratory for electrical machines and drives at the Department of Energy Science and Engineering on its campus. This partnership aims to provide undergraduate and post-graduate students with hands-on experience using modern industrial equipment and prepare undergraduate and post-graduate...

Why you must attend REI and The Battery Show India 2024 Are you a clean and green energy enthusiast?Informa Markets in India is excited to present the 17th edition of the Renewable Energy India (REI) Expo, a premier event celebrating clean energy, alongside The Battery Show India. This year's expo will take place from October 3rd to 5th in Greater Noida. With just a few days to go,...

Marposs exhibits cutting-edge solutions for EV battery manufacturers at The Battery Show India 2024 Marposs is set to exhibit at The Battery Show India 2024, presenting cutting-edge solutions for electric vehicle (EV) battery manufacturers. With a focus on ensuring quality, safety, and efficiency, Marposs offers advanced technologies for various battery types.Batteries are the heartbeat of every electric vehicle, influencing not only its range but also its overall performance and safety....

Brazil to be Partner Country at HANNOVER MESSE 2026 Brazil will be the Partner Country at HANNOVER MESSE 2026: this was officially announced by Jorge Viana, President of the Brazilian Trade and Investment Promotion Agency (APEX) and Dr. Jochen Köckler, Chairman of the Managing Board of Deutsche Messe AG, at the ceremonial signing of a Memorandum of Understanding today in Wolfsburg.According to Germany Trade & Invest, the Federal Republic of...

Senvion India installs 3.1M130 turbine Senvion India, one of the leading turbine manufacturers in the wind energy sector, has announced a major milestone in the commercialization of its upgraded 3.1M variant from the 2XM series turbines, with the successful commissioning of its prototype. The 3.1M130 turbine is expected to be ready for commercial installation in India in Q1-25 post RLMM listing.Amit Kansal, CEO and MD, Senvion India, stated that, “The...

IEEMA Appoints New Presidium for 2024-25 The Indian Electrical & Electronics Manufacturers’ Association (IEEMA), the apex association representing the Indian electrical and allied electronic manufacturing industry, announced the appointment of Sunil Singhvi, CEO (Energy), Secure Meters, as its new President for the year 2024-25. Mr. Singhvi succeeds Hamza Arsiwala, CMD of Stelmec Ltd, during the association’s 77th AGM and Annual Convention 2024.Vikram Gandotra, Head of Utility Sales & Strategy at...

GPS Renewables partners with STEER Engineering to build Bio-Processor GPS Renewables, a full-stack technology and engineering company focussing on clean fuels, has partnered with STEER Engineering, a global leader in advanced materials and extruder technology, to build solutions for the BioCNG sector.As part of the partnership, STEER Engineering will develop an over 2.5 tonnes per hour bio-processor designed specifically for agro-residue and biomass feedstocks such as paddy straw, mustard stalk,...

Jindal India Renewable Energy targets 5 GWh battery cell manufacturing capacity by 2027 Jindal India Renewable Energy, a part of the BC Jindal Group, announced its foray into the Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). The company plans to build 1 GWh battery pack assembly line with LFP chemistry by 2025 and will foray into battery cell manufacturing with 5 GWh capacity by 2027. To achieve this, the company plans to...

OMRON Automation unveils X-ray inspection solution for power semiconductor industry OMRON Automation demonstrated its expertise in Surface Mount Technology (SMT) and Through-hole Inspection solutions at the Productronica India 2024. The showcase was comprised of Automated X-ray Inspection (AXI), Automated Optical Inspection (AOI), Solder Paste Inspection (SPI) solutions.One of the key exhibits was the company’s newest solution - OMRON 3DCT AXI - X850. This technology allows for comprehensive inspection of power...

Saatvik Solar delivers 70.2 MW of modules to SJVN in 4 months Saatvik Solar has supplied 70.2 MW of Mono PERC 545Wp solar PV modules to Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam (SJVN) for their Punjab project, completing the delivery in just four months.Speaking on the occasion, Prashant Mathur, CEO, Saatvik Solar, said, "Our successful delivery to SJVN demonstrates our capability to support large-scale solar initiatives with cutting-edge technology. Our partnership with...

Delta opens its new HQ and Global R&D Centre in Bengaluru Delta, a global player in power management and a provider of IoT-based smart green solutions, announced the inauguration of its new LEED Gold-certified India headquarters (HQ) green building and its new Global Research & Development (R&D) Centre in Bengaluru.Located in the Bommasandra Industrial Area, the 61,000-square-meter HQs green building has the capacity to house up to 3,000 management, R&D...

Socomec India unveils compact automatic transfer switching equipment Socomec India has announced the launch of its latest innovation — the “ATyS a M” pre-programmed Automatic Transfer Switching Equipment (ATSE).This switch is designed to meet the demanding needs of commercial establishments, high-rise buildings, light industries, luxury residential complexes, and the healthcare and hospitality sectors for fire safety and emergency lighting applications.Transfer switches are typically installed in LT panels, sub-distribution boards, and...

Encounter with Anil Swarup | Exclusive Here’s an exclusive interview of Subhajit Roy with Anil Swarup, a distinguished retired IAS officer turned celebrated author. He was “Not just a Civil Servant”, Mr. Swarup has often grappled with the “Ethical Dilemmas of a Civil Servant”. His “Encounters with Politicians” have been numerous and revealing. He believes “Nexus of Good”— a coalition of ethical individuals who, together, can drive meaningful change in...

ABB India launches Smart Home Automation System ABB India has announced the launch of ABB-free@home in India, a Smart Home automation system with enhanced interoperability. This cutting-edge and comprehensive wireless home automation solution is designed to enhance comfort, security, and energy efficiency for the residential segment. It allows users to integrate and control additional elements such as white good appliances, third party devices as well as EV chargers, through a...