Distribuție Energie Electrică Romania (DEER), Buzău Branch, has completed a strategic $2.3 million USD (11 million RON) investment to modernize the electricity distribution infrastructure in Buzău Municipality, Romania.

The project, titled "Modernization of 110 kV Buzău Nord and Buzău Est substations - replacement of 110/6 kV power transformers (3 units)," focused on upgrading medium- and low-voltage power networks and improving reliability and safety. Key technical improvements included:

• Replacement of 110 kV busbar disconnectors with 1600A tripolar disconnectors

• Installation of new 110/6.6 kV, 25 MVA power transformers

• Replacement of outdated 110 kV circuit breakers with modern 1600A models

• Installation of new current transformers and surge arresters

• Upgraded grounding systems and transformer foundations

• Integration of new equipment into the SCADA system for enhanced monitoring and control

According to DEER, the modernization is expected to reduce both the frequency and duration of unplanned outages while ensuring optimal operating parameters in line with Romania's electricity distribution standards.

The upgrades in Buzău form part of DEER's broader strategy to strengthen Romania's electricity distribution network and support long-term energy security.

Source: thediplomat.ro