Investment1 April 2026 at 04:34 pm
Atlanta Electricals Receives Power Grid Corporation of India's Approval for 400KV Class Transformer Manufacturing
AI Summary
Atlanta Electricals Limited has received approval from Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd. (PGCIL) for up to 400 kV class transformer manufacturing at its Vadod facility. This approval, coupled with the facility's NABL accreditation, propels AEL into large EHV tenders, boosting towards peak 63,000 MVA utilization. This approval is a significant milestone for AEL, aligning with India's INR 9.6 Tn transmission capex through 2032 and supporting the country's grid modernization and capacity expansion needs.
Key Highlights
- Atlanta Electricals received PGCIL's approval for up to 400 kV class transformer manufacturing
- The approval is a significant milestone within one year of setting up the facility
- The facility received NABL accreditation for in-house testing for units up to 400 kV last year
- This approval boosts AEL into large EHV tenders, towards peak 63,000 MVA utilization
- This certification supports AEL for aggressive growth in renewable energy sector