Germany’s Wind Energy Push: €2 Billion HVDC Order for Hitachi Energy

Hitachi Energy has signed contracts worth over €2 billion with German transmission system operator Amprion to build four converter stations for two high-voltage direct current (HVDC) links. These stations, part of Korridor B, will help transport renewable energy from the North Sea coast to the Ruhr region, powering up to 4 million people and supporting Germany's net-zero targets.

The converter stations, located in Heide, Wilhelmshaven, Polsum, and Hamm, will integrate HVDC Light® technology, operating at 525 kilovolts (kV) and transmitting 2 gigawatts (GW) of power per system. These links will replace conventional power sources, enhancing Germany's renewable energy infrastructure.

According to Dr. Hendrik Neumann, CTO of Amprion, Korridor B is crucial for ensuring Germany's energy security and decarbonization. Niklas Persson, Managing Director of Hitachi Energy's Grid Integration unit, emphasized the company's commitment to delivering reliable solutions to support Germany's clean energy goals.

The project will also create several hundred jobs across Germany and Sweden, with operations slated to begin by 2030.