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Tata Power among four bidders shortlisted for ERES-XXXIX

India, News

Tata Power has qualified as one of the four bidders for the Eastern Region Expansion Scheme – XXXIX (ERES-XXXIX), a key interstate transmission system (ISTS) project in Odisha. Bid process coordinator REC Power Development & Consultancy Ltd (RECPDCL) shortlisted Tata Power, Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd (PGCIL), Sterlite Power, and Adani Energy Solutions Ltd (AESL) under the tariff-based competitive bidding (TBCB) mechanism. The selected bidders will have their initial price bids opened, followed by…

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Transformers and Rectifiers wins Rs 5.65 billion order from Power Grid

India, News

Transformers and Rectifiers (India) has won a Rs 5.65 billion contract from Power Grid Corporation of India (PGCIL) for the manufacturing of transformers and reactors ranging from 80 MVAr to 500 MVA and 420 kV to 765 kV Class.  Delivery is scheduled by the financial year 2025-2026.

Power Sector News Roundup for October 3, 2024

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Global: Iran and Tajikistan are in discussions to enhance cooperation in electricity, water, and other key sectors. Masdar expands in US with 50 per cent acquisition of Terra-Gen Big Tech are spurring demand for SMRs and fusion reactors Brazilian mining giant Vale and European hydrogen company Green Energy Park (GEP) announce collaboration to build green hydrogen production facility in Brazil Newcleo secures €135m investment, plans further European expansion First nuclear plant recommissioned in US history…

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Powergrid Ananthpur Kurnool gets licence for RTM project

India, News

The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) has awarded a transmission licence to Powergrid Ananthpuram Kurnool Transmission Ltd (PAKTL) for an interstate transmission system (ISTS) project, to be executed under the regulatory tariff mechanism (RTM) mode. The project, estimated to cost Rs 456.4 million, is set for completion by March 31, 2026, and involves the establishment of three 400kV line bays at the upcoming Ananthpuram Pooling Station in Andhra Pradesh. Two of the line bays will…

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Three bidders shortlisted for Himachal Pradesh hydropower transmission project

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REC Power Development & Consultancy Ltd (RECPDCL) has shortlisted Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd (PGCIL), Sterlite Power, and Adani Energy Solutions Ltd (AESL) for setting up evacuation infrastructure for hydropower projects in Himachal Pradesh under the ISTS scheme. This project, housed under Shongtong Power Transmission Ltd, follows a tariff-based competitive bidding (TBCB) process. The three developers have cleared the technical bid stage, and their initial price bids will soon be opened. The bidding will…

Key Power Sector News Roundup for September 26, 2024

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MERC approves MSEDCL’s procurement of 5,991 MW solar power The Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC) approved MSEDCL’s procurement of 5,991 MW solar power under Mukhyamantri Saur Krushi Vahini Yojana 2.0. The Rs 3.10 per kWh ceiling tariff ensures competitive pricing. This initiative aims to solarize 30% of agricultural feeders by 2025, helping meet rising renewable purchase obligation (RPO) targets and easing Koyna hydroelectric plant’s peak demand. Zelestra signs 450 MW solar power supply agreement with…

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Hartek Power crosses 10 GW capacity

India, News

Hartek Power, a leader in grid infrastructure and solar EPC, has crossed 10 GW of combined capacity across its business units. The company has built EHV/HV substations up to 400 KV for independent power producers (IPPs) and utilities, supporting grid expansion and the energy transition to renewables. Hartek’s rooftop solar unit ranks among the top four in India. Recently, Hartek secured a 765 KV power systems project from PGCIL and is currently executing a 300…

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Karnataka Power Transmission invites bids for 220 kV DC transmission line in Tumkur

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Karnataka Power Transmission Corporation has invited bids for the construction of a 220 kV double-circuit (DC) transmission line at the 220 kV Pavagada substation in Tumkur district. The project involves a 31.32 km DC line with high-performance conductor (HPC) from the 400/220 kV Kyathaganacherlu (PGCIL) station, along with two 220 kV terminal bays, aimed at providing an alternate power source to the Pavagada station. The project is estimated to cost Rs 1.43 billion and must…

Key Power Sector News Roundup for September 25, 2024

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CEA releases report on Right-of-Way width for transmission lines The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) has released a report on Right-of-Way (RoW) width calculations for transmission lines using monopole towers and HTLS conductors. The report compares configurations and highlights challenges like higher costs and limited manufacturing for monopole structures. It supplements the July 2020 guidelines and was compiled by a 13-member committee. CTUIL approves Rs 4 billion transmission projects to boost infrastructure CTUIL has approved seven…

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CTUIL approves Rs 4 billion interstate transmission schemes under RTM

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The Central Transmission Utility of India Ltd (CTUIL) has approved seven interstate transmission system (ISTS) schemes worth nearly Rs 4 billion under the regulatory tariff mechanism (RTM). Announced on September 13, 2024, these projects, located across the eastern, western, and northern regions, will be executed by Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd (PGCIL) or its TBCB subsidiaries. The schemes, each costing under Rs 1 billion, include: Implementation of 220kV line bays for a 500-MW renewable…