- In June 2025, ABB deployed its VD4-AF1 medium-voltage circuit breaker at Duferco Travi e Profilati’s steel mill in Italy to ensure business continuity. This circuit breaker, specifically designed for arc furnace operations, supports over 150,000 maintenance-free operations and provides advanced diagnostics to reduce transformer stress, thereby enhancing operational reliability and minimizing downtime. ABB strengthens its position in heavy industrial applications, while its advanced grid technology contributes to improved efficiency and stability in the global HVDC transmission market.
- In June 2025, ABB emphasized the importance of strategic partnerships to accelerate the transition to SF₆-free switchgear, marking a major shift in medium-voltage infrastructure amid rising grid pressures and regulatory demands. By co-developing adaptable and reliable solutions with utilities, ABB fosters long-term collaboration and confidence in sustainable technology. ABB benefits by positioning itself as a trusted innovation partner, while the collaborative approach supports modernization in the global HVDC transmission market through scalable, low-emission grid solutions.
- In January 2025, ABB advanced substation automation by introducing its virtualized centralized protection and control (VPC) system, SSC600 SW, which integrates multiple relay functions into a single digital platform. This innovation enhances grid resilience, reduces lifecycle costs by up to 15%, and improves scalability for utilities adapting to renewable integration and increasing grid complexity. ABB benefits by leading the digital substation evolution, while the solution supports the global HVDC transmission market with improved grid control, flexibility, and real-time protection capabilities.
- In August 2024, GE Vernova’s Grid Solutions launched the GRiDEA portfolio at CIGRE in Paris, introducing SF₆-free high-voltage switchgear and sustainable grid technologies to support decarbonization. The portfolio aims to reduce emissions, minimize raw material usage, and extend equipment lifespan through advanced monitoring and design. GE Vernova benefits by reinforcing its leadership in sustainable electrification, while contributing significantly to the global HVDC transmission market with eco-friendly and future-ready transmission solutions
