GE Vernova has completed the modernization of its high-voltage test facility to strengthen Italy's power grid R&D capabilities. The move aims to enhance next-generation transmission equipment verification capabilities to address growing power demand and the expansion of renewable energy, while also accelerating investment in global power infrastructure.

GE Vernova announced on the 8th that it has completed the modernization of its high-voltage R&D testing facility located in Noventa di Piave, near Venice, Italy. Approximately $7.2 million was invested in this project as part of a four-year investment plan, with a focus on strengthening the testing and verification capabilities of key power grid equipment.

At the modernized facility, core transmission infrastructure such as transformers and disconnectors will be verified for stable operation under conditions similar to real-world environments. The measure is intended to significantly elevate testing capabilities for high-performance power equipment, as grid operating conditions become increasingly complex with the growing share of renewable energy generation.

Eric Chosin, Vice President and CEO of GE Vernova's Power Transmission business, said, "A reliable power grid is built on technology whose performance has been proven even in the most demanding operating environments. This investment will enhance our technological innovation capabilities in Italy, enable us to respond more swiftly to customer needs, and support the development of more robust power systems."

This project is an extension of GE Vernova's strategy to expand its investment in Italy's power infrastructure. The company previously announced plans to invest over $30 million in expanding its Sesto San Giovanni production facility, creating a framework to simultaneously strengthen both R&D and production capabilities.

The Noventa di Piave site has operated as a core GE Vernova power equipment hub for over 50 years and currently employs more than 300 people. The company plans to continue hiring new personnel annually to steadily expand its R&D and testing capabilities.

GE Vernova intends to integrate its manufacturing, R&D, and testing capabilities based on the Noventa di Piave research facility and the Sesto San Giovanni production facility to support Italy's power infrastructure, while also expanding the supply of power grid equipment to global markets.

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