ANDRITZ to Modernize Governador Parigot de Souza Hydropower Plant, Boosting Brazil’s Clean Energy Capacity

ANDRITZ to Modernize Governador Parigot de Souza Hydropower Plant, Boosting Brazil’s Clean Energy Capacity

(IN BRIEF) ANDRITZ has been selected by Companhia Paranaense de Energia (COPEL) to modernize the Governador Parigot de Souza hydropower plant in Curitiba, Brazil. The project will include upgrades to key components such as Pelton turbines, generators, and electrical systems, as well as advanced automation and protection solutions. Leveraging 30 years of expertise in the Brazilian market, ANDRITZ aims to enhance the plant’s efficiency and reliability, supporting Brazil’s clean energy transition. This project further strengthens the partnership between ANDRITZ and COPEL.

(PRESS RELEASE) GRAZ, 4-Dec-2024 — /EuropaWire/ — International technology group ANDRITZ has been awarded the contract to refurbish and upgrade the Governador Parigot de Souza hydropower plant, operated by Companhia Paranaense de Energia (COPEL) in Curitiba, Brazil. While the financial details of the agreement remain confidential, the project underscores a deepening partnership between the two companies.

The modernization will involve a complete overhaul of the plant’s critical infrastructure, including upgrades to the Pelton turbines, generators, protection valves, and overhead cranes. ANDRITZ will also provide cutting-edge electrical systems, advanced automation solutions, protection systems, and instrumentation auxiliaries to significantly improve the plant’s efficiency and reliability.

Building on its 30 years of expertise in the Brazilian hydropower sector, ANDRITZ Hydropower will execute the project locally. Sérgio Gomes, Sales and Marketing Director at ANDRITZ Hydropower, emphasized the project’s importance: “This modernization project reflects our commitment to innovation and sustainability, ensuring that Brazil’s hydropower plants continue to play a pivotal role in the nation’s clean energy strategy and energy transition.”

Having successfully delivered previous projects for COPEL, this collaboration further strengthens the longstanding relationship between the two companies while supporting Brazil’s reliance on hydropower as a key component of its renewable energy portfolio.

ANDRITZ GROUP
International technology group ANDRITZ offers a broad portfolio of innovative plants, equipment, systems, services, and digital solutions for a wide range of industries and end markets. Sustainability is an integral part of the company’s business strategy and corporate culture. With its extensive portfolio of sustainable products and solutions, ANDRITZ aims to make the greatest possible contribution to a sustainable future and help its customers achieve their sustainability goals. ANDRITZ is a global market leader in all four of its business areas – Pulp & Paper, Metals, Hydropower and Environment & Energy. Technological leadership and global presence are cornerstones of the group’s strategy, which is focused on long-term profitable growth. The publicly listed group has around 30,000 employees and over 280 locations in more than 80 countries.

ANDRITZ HYDROPOWER
ANDRITZ Hydropower is one of the world’s leading suppliers of electromechanical equipment and services for hydropower stations in the dynamically growing global renewable energy market. Based on 185 years of experience and a global installed capacity of 489 gigawatts, we offer innovative solutions for new and existing hydropower stations, from small to large-scale hydropower plants. State-of-the-art digital solutions, comprehensive services for the operation and maintenance of entire hydropower plants, and turbo generators for the thermal industry complete the portfolio.

Media Contact:

Susan Trast
HEAD OF CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS & MARKETING
susan.trast@andritz.com

SOURCE: ANDRITZ