Expanding capacity in Ludvika
The Ludvika factory, with over 120 years of innovation, manufactures transformers, high-voltage products and HVDC systems, and will expand by more than 30,000 square meters.
This will especially boost the manufacturing capacity of large transformers to help speed up the deliveries of key HVDC projects and is part of the recently announced global $1.5 billion transformer ramp-up plan. The Ludvika transformer investment entails the expansion in the transformer factory including new machinery, assembly, and testing stations along with sustainable and innovative manufacturing technologies enhancing operational efficiency.
In addition to this, Hitachi Energy will invest in its Figeholm factory, manufacturing insulation materials used for transformers in Ludvika and other locations, to install a new fossil-free energy plant adjacent to the factory in line with its sustainability strategic plan to be carbon-neutral in its own operations.
Another production line will be added to increase the capacity of Dry DC-link capacitors that play a crucial role in power conversion and that are used for providing a more stable voltage.
Hitachi Energy’s investments in Ludvika will support further development of HVDC technology for multi-terminal HVDC systems, and integration of remote renewable energy transmission, grid integration systems, grid automation and software solutions and services.
New campus in Västerås
In Västerås, Hitachi Energy will invest and expand its business and create a new attractive workplace to strengthen collaboration, creativity and innovation. The new campus of 30,000 square meters will accommodate 1,800 employees including the research and development center, offices, and a state-of-the art factory for grid automation products. The move into the new facilities is expected in 2027.
The investment is part of the company's global capacity expansion plan to meet the increasing demand driven by the clean energy transition in Sweden and worldwide.
