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ABB Electrification Ventures has announced a strategic investment in Enline, aiming to accelerate the deployment of AI-driven digital twin technology for power grids.

The partnership reflects a broader push to modernize electricity networks as global demand rises, driven by AI infrastructure, data centers, electrification, and renewable energy integration. Grid operators are under increasing pressure to expand capacity while maintaining system reliability and safety.

Enline has developed a multi-physics digital twin platform that creates a detailed, engineering-grade virtual model of grid assets and their operating environments. By integrating electrical, mechanical, thermal, weather, and vegetation data, the platform enables real-time monitoring and predictive insights into network performance.

According to the companies, the technology allows utilities to improve operational awareness, optimize asset utilization, and better manage congestion across transmission and distribution networks. Unlike traditional monitoring systems that rely heavily on hardware, Enline’s solution requires fewer sensors, enabling faster deployment and reduced infrastructure costs.

The collaboration underscores a shared focus on advancing intelligent grid technologies and scaling digital solutions to support the evolving energy landscape. As utilities face growing complexity, digital twins are emerging as a key tool to enhance efficiency and resilience across power systems.

Source: Enline