Claudio Facchin, CEO of Hitachi Energy, emphasized the importance of such technological advancements in the context of China's energy transition.

Hitachi Energy unveiled its new transformers factory in Liangjiang New Area, southwest China's Chongqing Municipality, marking a significant step in meeting the surging demand for electrification in the region through innovative and digital manufacturing.

Claudio Facchin, CEO of Hitachi Energy, emphasized the importance of such technological advancements in the context of China's energy transition, stating, "The energy transition in China requires the deployment of innovative technologies at scale and with speed. The new facility is a good example of the needed collaboration with partners and all involved stakeholders. It is another example of our commitment to accelerate investment in innovation, digitalization, and people to support our customers to advance the world’s energy system to be more sustainable, flexible, and secure."

Originally established in 1998 as the company's first joint venture in western China, the facility has evolved over the years into one of Hitachi Energy's largest transformer research and manufacturing hubs. It provides a wide range of products and services, including power transformers, shunt reactors, high-voltage direct current (HVDC) converter transformers, insulation kits, and comprehensive services.

As the company stated in its press release, the relocation of the factory to Liangjiang New Area in early 2023 transformed it into a modern intelligent factory with significantly enhanced production efficiency. Industrial automation and robotics have been integrated into manufacturing processes to increase speed and precision. Moreover, energy management systems have been implemented to enable real-time data acquisition, analysis, and timely equipment maintenance, ensuring cost-effectiveness throughout the value chain. To align with the company's sustainability goals, the modern factory has also implemented environmentally responsible measures to reduce its overall carbon footprint.

JinQuan Zhang, Region Head of Greater China and Executive Vice President at Hitachi Energy, expressed his gratitude for the support from partners and stakeholders, remarking, "Thanks to the unwavering support from the partners and all involved stakeholders, the Chongqing factory has become a prominent example for Hitachi Energy to drive local innovation with global technology and lead high-quality development in the industry. With a focus on intelligent operations and continuous innovation in the new facility, Hitachi Energy will further deepen the local presence, and continue to work with customers and partners to contribute to advancing a sustainable energy future in China and beyond."

Source: Hitachi Energy