CHINT Unveils Advanced Grid Solutions at CIGRE 2026 to Enhance Europe's Energy Resilience
As Europe navigates a transformative period in its electricity infrastructure, the necessary advancements to accommodate renewable energy emphasis, electrification, and rising demands from AI-driven data centers are becoming apparent. The need for robust grid infrastructure necessitates extensive investments, estimated at between €650 billion and €900 billion, from 2026 to 2035, as outlined in a recent position paper by ETIP SNET. In response to these critical developments, CHINT, a renowned supplier of integrated power and energy solutions, will showcase cutting-edge transmission and distribution (TD) technologies during the CIGRE 2026 event, set to occur from August 23 to 28 at the Palais des Congrès in Paris.
Located at Level 1, Booth A196, CHINT will be unveiling its comprehensive TD solutions designed to confront the intricate challenges faced by European transmission system operators (TSOs) and distribution system operators (DSOs). The ongoing modernization of Europe's grid necessitates innovative technologies that can not only reinforce current infrastructure but also elevate network capacity, resilience, and adaptability to future demands.
Among the impressive solutions presented by CHINT will be:
These breakthroughs not only address urgent infrastructure needs but simultaneously pave the way for more sustainable practices across various sectors, including transmission, distribution, energy storage, and data center applications. Engineering experts from CHINT will be present to elaborate on their capabilities, including power transformers, SF₆-free MV/HV switchgear, prefabricated substations, and applications suited for data centers.
As Europe amplifies efforts to strengthen its transmission and distribution grids, the emphasis on meeting escalating electricity demands while integrating renewable generation systems becomes increasingly critical. The shift towards AI readiness further complicates existing goals, making it paramount for utilities and infrastructure developers to rethink grid strategies.
With an extending reach across the European landscape, CHINT is committed to collaborating with utilities, EPC contractors, and infrastructure stakeholders. This partnership approach is backed by localized expertise and a diverse product portfolio encompassing power transformers, switchgear, substations, and advanced smart grid solutions. By marrying their extensive global innovation prowess with on-ground technical support, CHINT assists clients in constructing efficient, reliable, and sustainable power networks.
Beibei Zheng, Vice President of CHINT Global, remarked, "Europe's grid is evolving faster than ever. It’s essential that utilities prepare their networks for the rapid growth of AI, electrification, and digital infrastructure alongside the integration of renewable energy. Our participation in CIGRE 2026 represents an opportunity to engage with customers and partners to explore technologies that will fortify Europe’s power networks for the future.”
Event: CIGRE 2026
Date: August 23–28, 2026
Venue: Palais des Congrès, Paris, France
Booth: Level 1, Booth A196
CHINT warmly invites TSOs, DSOs, EPC contractors, and media representatives to join discussions at the roundtable and visit Booth A196 to uncover how next-generation TD technologies are pivotal in securing Europe's energy landscape.
Founded in 1984, CHINT stands as a trusted authority in the domain of integrated power and energy solutions. With over 40 years of relentless pursuit towards innovation and brand prominence, CHINT embraces a strategy driven by industrialization, technological enhancements, global outreach, digital evolution, and platform development. Its operations span more than 140 countries and regions, employing a workforce of over 40,000 individuals worldwide.
Highlighting Innovations in Power Infrastructure
Located at Level 1, Booth A196, CHINT will be unveiling its comprehensive TD solutions designed to confront the intricate challenges faced by European transmission system operators (TSOs) and distribution system operators (DSOs). The ongoing modernization of Europe's grid necessitates innovative technologies that can not only reinforce current infrastructure but also elevate network capacity, resilience, and adaptability to future demands.
Among the impressive solutions presented by CHINT will be:
- - Green Power Grid: Featuring high voltage, low-noise, and oil-immersed transformers rated at 1,000kV, as well as 750kV natural ester oil-immersed transformers and SF₆-free medium and high voltage switchgear (24kV, 145kV, and 420kV SF₆-free GIS).
- - Energy Storage and Digital Infrastructure: Showcasing cascading energy storage systems, 13.8MW power conversion systems integrated into substations, solid-state transformers, semiconductor circuit breakers, and Data Center Power Pods.
These breakthroughs not only address urgent infrastructure needs but simultaneously pave the way for more sustainable practices across various sectors, including transmission, distribution, energy storage, and data center applications. Engineering experts from CHINT will be present to elaborate on their capabilities, including power transformers, SF₆-free MV/HV switchgear, prefabricated substations, and applications suited for data centers.
Supporting Europe's Energy Transition
As Europe amplifies efforts to strengthen its transmission and distribution grids, the emphasis on meeting escalating electricity demands while integrating renewable generation systems becomes increasingly critical. The shift towards AI readiness further complicates existing goals, making it paramount for utilities and infrastructure developers to rethink grid strategies.
With an extending reach across the European landscape, CHINT is committed to collaborating with utilities, EPC contractors, and infrastructure stakeholders. This partnership approach is backed by localized expertise and a diverse product portfolio encompassing power transformers, switchgear, substations, and advanced smart grid solutions. By marrying their extensive global innovation prowess with on-ground technical support, CHINT assists clients in constructing efficient, reliable, and sustainable power networks.
Beibei Zheng, Vice President of CHINT Global, remarked, "Europe's grid is evolving faster than ever. It’s essential that utilities prepare their networks for the rapid growth of AI, electrification, and digital infrastructure alongside the integration of renewable energy. Our participation in CIGRE 2026 represents an opportunity to engage with customers and partners to explore technologies that will fortify Europe’s power networks for the future.”
Visit CHINT at CIGRE 2026
Event: CIGRE 2026
Date: August 23–28, 2026
Venue: Palais des Congrès, Paris, France
Booth: Level 1, Booth A196
CHINT warmly invites TSOs, DSOs, EPC contractors, and media representatives to join discussions at the roundtable and visit Booth A196 to uncover how next-generation TD technologies are pivotal in securing Europe's energy landscape.
About CHINT
Founded in 1984, CHINT stands as a trusted authority in the domain of integrated power and energy solutions. With over 40 years of relentless pursuit towards innovation and brand prominence, CHINT embraces a strategy driven by industrialization, technological enhancements, global outreach, digital evolution, and platform development. Its operations span more than 140 countries and regions, employing a workforce of over 40,000 individuals worldwide.
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