Press Release | Santiago, Chile | 10.03.2026 | 4 min read
During the 4th edition of the Supplier Day in 2026, the French decarbonization leader highlighted its strategic alliance with Hitachi Energy, emphasizing their mutual support in overcoming the challenges of Chile's energy transition.
At a critical juncture for the national energy matrix, the pace of transition demands robust partnerships. Hitachi Energy was honored by Engie Chile as a pivotal ally. The recognition took place during Engie’s annual strategic partner summit: Supplier Day 2026, held under the theme: "Building Tomorrow, Together from Today”.
To Mauricio Mazuela, General Manager of Hitachi Energy in Chile, this milestone holds significant value beyond institutional recognition, particularly given the complexities of the global energy transition. "This award carries profound meaning. It confirms that we are delivering tangible value through technological solutions that enable a more flexible, digital, and sustainable energy system”, the executive explained.
Furthermore, he emphasized that the partnership's success is rooted in the delivery of reliable equipment and services that accelerate critical projects. "Beyond technology, this is about a workflow built on trust, innovation, and a shared purpose to advance decisively toward a carbon-neutral energy future".
Guillermo Fuentes, Operating Unit Manager for Grid Integration at Hitachi Energy, addressed the technical rigor with which the company meets Engie's high standards. He stressed that both organizations share "an unwavering commitment to safety and quality as fundamental licenses to operate" and that it is through this shared vision that each initiative takes shape.
We succeed in understanding the specific challenges of projects from every dimension. In this manner, we seek to adapt our solutions and systems through high-level planning and control that minimizes risks and optimizes results. Hitachi Energy professionals not only act with technical rigor, but also maintain a close, open, and transparent collaboration with Engie to constantly direct efforts in an agile and dynamic way, adapting to the demanding objectives that the power generator faces in the Chilean market", stated Guillermo Fuentes.
Meanwhile, Diego Pernías, Business Development Manager at Hitachi Energy, viewed the award as a validation of the enduring bond between both firms. "I interpret this award as a confirmation of how we are building our corporate relationship: a partnership based on proximity, trust, and commitment at every level, transcending individual projects or specific contracts", he affirmed.
Looking towards the future
Regarding the road ahead, Diego Pernías noted that challenges will become increasingly complex in terms of integrating renewable energy and digitalizing the grid. "Addressing these hurdles will require not only cutting-edge technology but also a forward-looking collaboration rooted in a deep understanding of mutual goals. Our teams work with empathy, accountability, and integrity to ensure the resilience of the national power grid", he added.
This distinction granted to Hitachi Energy underscores that critical infrastructure and clean energy integration in Chile will continue to advance under a model of close technical cooperation. In this context, agile responses to operational demands will be decisive for the success of ongoing decarbonization initiatives.
As Mauricio Mazuela concluded, this award "reaffirms that we are on the right path: our actions, innovations, and partnerships help to build a more sustainable energy future for people, industries, and communities. Simultaneously, it drives us to keep raising the bar, as the energy transition demands constant commitment and collective effort".
About Hitachi Energy
Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future with innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives. With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system. With an unparalleled installed base in over 140 countries, we co-create and build long-term partnerships across the utility, industry, transportation, data centers, and infrastructure sectors. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD.
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About Hitachi, Ltd.
Through its Social Innovation Business (SIB) that brings together IT, OT (Operational Technology) and products, Hitachi contributes to a harmonized society where the environment, wellbeing, and economic growth are in balance. Hitachi operates globally in four sectors – Digital Systems & Services, Energy, Mobility, and Connective Industries – and the Strategic SIB Business Unit for new growth businesses. With Lumada at its core, Hitachi generates value from integrating data, technology and domain knowledge to solve customer and social challenges. Revenues for FY2024 (ended March 31, 2025) totaled 9,783.3 billion yen, with 618 consolidated subsidiaries and approximately 280,000 employees worldwide. Visit us at www.hitachi.com.
