Hitachi Energy, a global technology leader dedicated to advancing a sustainable energy future, has officially opened its state-of-the-art transformers factory in Liangjiang New Area, Chongqing Municipality, China. This cutting-edge facility, one of Hitachi Energy's largest worldwide, embraces the latest digital manufacturing technologies, reinforcing the company's commitment to meeting the burgeoning customer demand for grid electrification.

In the context of China's rapid energy transition, this facility serves as an excellent example of collaborative efforts with partners and stakeholders. It underscores Hitachi Energy's dedication to accelerating investment in innovation, digitalization, and workforce development to support customers in achieving a more sustainable, flexible, and secure global energy system.

Originally established in 1998, the factory has evolved into one of Hitachi Energy's primary transformer research and manufacturing hubs, providing an array of products and services, including power transformers, shunt reactors, HVDC converter transformers, insulation kits, and more. Following its relocation to Liangjiang New Area in early 2023, the factory has transformed into a modern, intelligent facility, enhancing production efficiency through industrial automation and robotics. Energy management systems ensure real-time data acquisition, analysis, and timely equipment maintenance, promoting cost-effectiveness across the value chain. Furthermore, environmentally responsible measures have been integrated to reduce the factory's carbon footprint, aligning with the company's sustainability goals.

Hitachi Energy's Chongqing factory exemplifies local innovation driven by global technology and high-quality industry development, thanks to the dedicated support of partners and stakeholders. With a focus on intelligent operations and ongoing innovation, Hitachi Energy seeks to deepen its local presence, collaborating with customers and partners to advance sustainable energy solutions not only in China but also globally.

Source: Hitachi Energy