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Global HVDC Converter Stations Market 2018-2022 - Development of Supergrid / Growing Focus on Energy Efficiency / Growing Investment in T&D Infrastructure

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Monday, September 24, 2018
Electric power, High-voltage direct current, HVDC converter, Wind power in Germany, Eel River Converter Station, Nelson River DC Transmission System

The "Global HVDC Converter Stations Market 2018-2022" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • The "Global HVDC Converter Stations Market 2018-2022" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The global HVDC converter stations market to grow at a CAGR of 20.56% during the period 2018-2022.
  • Global HVDC Converter Stations Market 2018-2022, has been prepared based on an in-depth market analysis with inputs from industry experts.
  • The setting up of HVDC converter stations requires significant capital investment due to the high cost of HVDC components used in the converter stations.

Siemens and Mortenson complete Bipole III HVDC Converter Stations in Canada

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Tuesday, August 28, 2018
Electric power, Energy, Wind power in Germany, Hydro-Québec, High-voltage direct current, Nelson River DC Transmission System, Manitoba Hydro, HVDC converter, Henday Converter Station

OAKVILLE, ON, Aug. 28, 2018 /CNW/ - The consortium of Siemens and Mortenson has successfully completed the 500-kilovolt (kV) Bipole III high-voltage direct-current (HVDC) power converter stations for Manitoba Hydro.

Key Points: 
  • OAKVILLE, ON, Aug. 28, 2018 /CNW/ - The consortium of Siemens and Mortenson has successfully completed the 500-kilovolt (kV) Bipole III high-voltage direct-current (HVDC) power converter stations for Manitoba Hydro.
  • The HVDC converter stations are an integral part of the Manitoba Hydro Bipole III transmission project.
  • The Bipole III converter stations include the Keewatinohk Converter Station in northern Manitoba near Hudson Bay, and the Riel Converter Station near Winnipeg in the southern region of the province.
  • "Siemens is a global leader in HVDC technology as Mortenson is in construction.