AFRY NEWSROOM (110 press releases)
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PRESS RELEASE -- 23, September 2024
(IN BRIEF) AFRY’s newly released Fossil Detox Report, unveiled during New York Climate Week, highlights the urgent need for a global transition away from fossil fuels. The report identifies critical technologies like smart grids, energy storage solutions, and carbon capture, …
Read the full press release →PRESS RELEASE -- 18, September 2024
(IN BRIEF) AFRY and Aurecon have partnered to design the Borumba Pumped Hydro Energy Storage project in Queensland, Australia. Awarded by Queensland Hydro, the project will provide 2,000 MW of electricity for 24 hours with a storage capacity of 48,000 …
Read the full press release →PRESS RELEASE -- 10, September 2024
(IN BRIEF) ContourGlobal has selected AFRY to provide engineering services for the rehabilitation and efficiency improvement of 35 solar photovoltaic (PV) plants across nine regions in Italy, representing 60 MW of installed capacity. The project will enhance the performance of …
Read the full press release →PRESS RELEASE -- 6, September 2024
(IN BRIEF) AFRY is collaborating with Fortum to modernize the Untra hydropower plant in Sweden, which has been in operation for over 100 years. The project involves replacing three of the plant’s five generators, which will increase its output from …
Read the full press release →PRESS RELEASE -- 12, July 2024
(IN BRIEF) AFRY, in collaboration with the European Investment Bank (EIB), spearheaded a pioneering climate resilience study focused on Ischia, Italy, addressing the island’s vulnerability to earthquakes and landslides exacerbated by climate change. The comprehensive report, unveiled at a press …
Read the full press release →PRESS RELEASE -- 18, June 2024
(IN BRIEF) AFRY has launched a Joint Industry Project (JIP) focused on Gravity Based Foundations (GBFs) for offshore wind energy in the Northern Baltic Sea. Recognizing the region’s potential to generate over 100 GW of offshore wind power by 2050, …
Read the full press release →PRESS RELEASE -- 12, June 2024
(IN BRIEF) Caldic, a global ingredient provider, is consolidating its Nordic factories and headquarters into a new facility in Jägersro, Sweden, with a focus on sustainability. AFRY, having delivered initial designs, is tasked with implementing production processes for the new …
Read the full press release →PRESS RELEASE -- 6, June 2024
(IN BRIEF) PowerTree, a global renewable energy company, has partnered with AFRY to construct a 45MW solar portfolio in Chile, aiming to integrate clean energy into the national grid. As an Independent Power Producer (IPP), PowerTree specializes in solar development …
Read the full press release →PRESS RELEASE -- 28, May 2024
(IN BRIEF) Advansia, part of AFRY, has secured an advisory contract with NRK, the Norwegian public broadcaster, to oversee the development of their new headquarters in Oslo. The project aims to create a world-class media house, emphasizing sustainability and fostering …
Read the full press release →PRESS RELEASE -- 3, May 2024
(IN BRIEF) AFRY has joined forces with Assocarta, the Italian paper association, to devise a net-zero roadmap aimed at decarbonizing Italy’s pulp and paper sector. Tasked with aligning strategies with EU directives and local conditions, AFRY will evaluate technological advancements, …
Read the full press release →PRESS RELEASE -- 3, May 2024
(IN BRIEF) Aura Minerals has enlisted AFRY to provide comprehensive engineering, procurement, construction management (EPCM), and commissioning services for the Borborema Project’s gold processing plant. The project, located in Currais Novos, Brazil, will operate within Aura’s open-pit mine and is …
Read the full press release →PRESS RELEASE -- 19, April 2024
(IN BRIEF) Svenska kraftnät, the Swedish state-owned enterprise, is embarking on an ambitious project called NordSyd to enhance the transmission network between electricity areas 2 and 3, aimed at facilitating the energy transition. AFRY has secured the contract for constructing …
Read the full press release →PRESS RELEASE -- 15, April 2024
(IN BRIEF) AFRY played a pivotal role as the technical advisor to EnfraGen in its acquisition of a 188 MW renewable energy portfolio in Panama and Costa Rica, earning the esteemed “Acquisition Deal of the Year” award. EnfraGen, a key …
Read the full press release →PRESS RELEASE -- 9, April 2024
(IN BRIEF) A new report commissioned by FAM and conducted by AFRY highlights the significant climate benefits of forest products, often overlooked in EU policies focused solely on carbon sinks. The report underscores the importance of recognizing the substitution effect, …
Read the full press release →PRESS RELEASE -- 8, April 2024
(IN BRIEF) Amatera Renewable Energy Corporation (ARECO) has appointed AFRY as the owner’s engineer for the construction of a 65MWp solar photovoltaic (PV) plant in Bacolod, Philippines. The project, known as The Vista Alegre, aims to provide clean energy to …
Read the full press release →PRESS RELEASE -- 5, April 2024
(IN BRIEF) The Bicentennial Schools Programme, a collaborative effort between the Government of Peru, the UK Government, and Finland, aims to bolster school infrastructure and enhance access to education by constructing 75 schools across Peru. AFRY, as part of the …
Read the full press release →PRESS RELEASE -- 2, April 2024
(IN BRIEF) TNB Renewables Sdn Bhd (TRe), a subsidiary of Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB), has enlisted AFRY as the owner’s engineer for a significant solar photovoltaic (PV) project in Kedah, Malaysia. The project, known as the Corporate Green Power Programme …
Read the full press release →PRESS RELEASE -- 25, March 2024
(IN BRIEF) Aboitiz Solar Power, Inc., a subsidiary of Aboitiz Power Corporation, has enlisted AFRY as the owner’s engineer for the construction of a 172 MWp solar photovoltaic (PV) plant in Negros Occidental, Philippines. The project, part of AboitizPower’s extensive …
Read the full press release →PRESS RELEASE -- 14, March 2024
(IN BRIEF) AFRY has been appointed as the technical advisor by 50Hertz, the transmission system operator, for the critical SuedOstLink project, a key grid expansion endeavor to accelerate Germany’s energy transition. The project involves planning a 540-kilometer underground cable, set …
Read the full press release →PRESS RELEASE -- 11, March 2024
(IN BRIEF) Zoox, an American subsidiary of Amazon specializing in autonomous ride-hailing vehicles, partners with AFRY, leveraging their vehicle engineering expertise from Sweden to enhance the development of Zoox’s purpose-built robotaxi. This innovative vehicle, designed for fully autonomous operation, marks …
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