“In my mind, there are no two letters that better embody the spirit of innovation — and have always embodied the spirit of innovation, in the past and the future of this country — than ‘GE,’” said Scott Strazik, CEO of GE Vernova, as his company officially completed its spin-off from the GE Corporation in April. In the eight months since, GE Vernova has continued to make good on its commitment to electrify and decarbonize the world. As the company looks forward to another year leading the energy transition, here’s a glance back at the biggest milestones of 2024.
GE Vernova’s SMR reactor design passes significant regulatory milestone in the UK after Step 1 Generic Design Assessment approval
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GE Hitachi’s BWRX-300 Small Modular Reactor completes Step 1 of the Generic Design Assessment process
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This approval marks an important step forward in the consenting process to bring GE Hitachi’s BWRX-300 SMR technology to market in the UK
LONDON (December 12, 2024) - GE Vernova’s nuclear business, GE Hitachi Nuclear Energy (GEH), has progressed to the next step of the Generic Design Assessment (GDA) with its BWRX-300 Small Modular Reactor (SMR) technology.
Step 1 of GEH’s GDA began in January 2024 and focused on agreeing the scope and schedule for Step 2, which has now been successfully completed. Today marks the start of Step 2.
The GDA process ensures that new reactor designs meet the highest standards for safety, security, and environmental protection.
GEH’s 10th generation SMR design – the BWRX-300 – leverages a unique combination of a new, patented safety breakthrough and proven components. The BWRX-300 builds on decades of real-world boiling water reactor operating experience and innovation, using a standard design, a proven delivery model and GEH’s experience with cross-border regulatory collaboration.
GEH and Ontario Power Generation (OPG) are developing the first BWRX-300 at OPG’s Darlington site near Toronto. Early site preparation work has been completed, with construction expected to start in 2025 and commercial operation to commence by the end of 2029. A total of four 300 MW units are planned for the Darlington site.
Andy Champ, GEH UK Country Leader, said: “Progressing to Step 2 of the GDA demonstrates our unwavering desire to deliver a fleet of nuclear reactors in the UK. Our design will be tried and tested through our partnership with OPG to deploy the first civil SMR in the G7. This means we have extensive experience across the full nuclear lifecycle, with a proven track record deploying reactor technology on time and on budget.”
Chris Southern, Senior Project Director, GEH, said: "This significant milestone underscores GEH’s commitment to advancing SMR technology safely in the UK. Our BWRX-300 technology builds on our already proven BWR design, offering not only a smaller but simpler modular reactor, without sacrificing safety responses or operational performance. We remain dedicated to demonstrating the feasibility and reliability of our SMR technology as we progress through Great British Nuclear’s SMR competition.”
Rafał Kasprów, CEO of ORLEN Synthos Green Energy (OSGE), said: “Congratulations to GEH on the successful and on-schedule completion of GDA Step 1 and the transition to the GDA Step 2 of the BWRX-300 in the UK. In the European market, pan-European SMR platforms are beginning to emerge, based on GEH's proven technology. This allows for leveraging invaluable licensing experience in the nuclear industry, utilizing existing supply chains, and simplifying access to financing.
“From our perspective, the simultaneous deployment of BWRX-300 technology in several European countries significantly reduces risk, is attractive to investors, and ensures optimal use of existing production infrastructure, including in the UK and Central and Eastern Europe (CEE).”
OSGE is co-financing part of the licensing of the BWRX-300 with GEH as part of the Future Nuclear Enabling Fund project.
Jon Fowler, Vice President for Nuclear Power at Amentum, said: “It is a great achievement to reach this stage in the GDA process in a relatively short space of time. Amentum was able to draw on our extensive experience with applications for new nuclear plants to provide design capabilities to help achieve this. Our collaboration with GEH on this application is accelerating the UK ambition to achieve greater energy security and meet its net-zero carbon targets.”
Building on a long and deep history in the UK, GE Vernova has a significant local footprint with four manufacturing facilities and more than 30 percent of the country’s electricity currently powered by our technology.
GEH is committed to developing its robust UK supply chain further for its BWRX-300, having recently signed a series of Memorandum of Understanding (MoUs) with Aecon, AtkinsRéalis, Amentum and Laing O’Rourke. These agreements build on GEH’s previously announced collaboration with Sheffield Forgemasters to discuss how the Sheffield-based company’s forgings could help contribute to BWRX-300 deployment in the UK. GEH also held a SMR supply chain conference in Sheffield earlier this year, which was attended by over 150 UK businesses.
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About GE Vernova
GE Vernova (NYSE: GEV) is purpose-built global energy company that includes Power, Wind, and Electrification segments and is supported by its accelerator businesses. Building on over 130 years of experience tackling the world’s challenges, GE Vernova is uniquely positioned to help lead the energy transition by continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to decarbonize it. GE Vernova helps customers power economies and deliver electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. GE Vernova is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, U.S., with approximately 75,000 employees across 100+ countries around the world. Supported by the Company’s purpose, The Energy to Change the World, GE Vernova technology helps deliver a more affordable, reliable, sustainable, and secure energy future.
GE Vernova’s Nuclear energy business, through its global alliance with Hitachi, is a world-leading provider of nuclear fuel bundles, services, and advanced nuclear reactor designs. Technologies include boiling water reactors and small modular reactors, such as the BWRX-300, which is one of the simplest, yet most innovative boiling water reactor designs. GE Vernova’s Nuclear fuel business, Global Nuclear Fuel (GNF), is a world-leading supplier of boiling water reactor fuel and fuel-related engineering services. GNF is a GE Vernova-led joint venture with Hitachi, Ltd. and operates primarily through Global Nuclear Fuel-Americas, LLC in Wilmington, N.C., and Global Nuclear Fuel-Japan Co., Ltd. in Kurihama, Japan.
GE Vernova’s mission is embedded in its name – it retains its legacy, “GE,” as an enduring and hard-earned badge of quality and ingenuity. “Ver” / “verde” signal Earth’s verdant and lush ecosystems. “Nova,” from the Latin “novus,” nods to a new, innovative era of lower carbon energy.
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Technip Energies and GE Vernova awarded a major contract for the Net Zero Teesside Power project, which aims to be the world’s first gas-fired power station with carbon capture and storage
LONDON (December 11, 2024) - Technip Energies (PARIS:TE), leader of a consortium with GE Vernova and construction partner Balfour Beatty – with the support of technology partner Shell Catalysts & Technologies – received Notice to Proceed by NZT Power Limited to execute a major(1) contract for the Net Zero Teesside Power (NZT Power) project in the United Kingdom.
NZT Power has reached financial close and has issued a Full Notice to Proceed to the Technip Energies-led consortium to start the full Engineering Procurement and Construction (EPC) package for the Onshore Power, Capture and Compression contract. Financial close follows the UK government’s recent announcement of a £21.7 billion pledge for projects to capture and store carbon emissions from energy, industry and hydrogen production.
This landmark project aims to be the world’s first gas-fired power station with carbon capture and storage. Up to 2 million tonnes of CO2 per year will be captured at the plant and transported and permanently stored by the Northern Endurance Partnership. The plant could produce up to 742 megawatts of flexible, low-carbon power, equivalent to the average annual electricity requirements of more than 1 million UK homes, further supporting the UK's transition to a cleaner energy future.
Supported by the UK government, NZT Power could create and support more than 3,000 construction jobs and then generate 1,000 jobs annually during operations. This initiative is expected to attract private investment and help the UK to meet its climate goals and is aligned with the UK plan to reduce carbon emissions to net zero by 2050.
Technip Energies and GE Vernova, with the support of infrastructure group Balfour Beatty, plan to deliver a highly efficient combined cycle plant and associated carbon capture plant. Technip Energies will lead the integration of a state-of-the-art carbon capture plant using its Canopy by T.ENTM solution, powered by Shell’s CANSOLV* CO2 Capture System. The plant will be powered by GE Vernova's advanced 9HA.02 gas turbine, a steam turbine, a generator, a Heat Recovery Steam Generator, an Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system and benefit from GE Vernova’s maintenance service contract for 16 years.
Balfour Beatty, supported by Shell Catalysts & Technologies, together form the Carbon Capture Alliance (CCA). Alliance members are deeply committed to long-term investment in the UK and already possess a significant local footprint and supply chain.
Arnaud Pieton, CEO of Technip Energies, commented, “We are excited to partner with GE Vernova and Balfour Beatty on the first-of-its kind Net Zero Teesside Power project. This award confirms Technip Energies’ leading position as a provider of state-of-the-art integrated CCUS solutions. I would like to thank Net Zero Teesside Power for their trust. This groundbreaking project represents a significant milestone in our collective efforts to advance carbon capture technology at scale and support the UK’s ambitious climate goals through low carbon power generation from gas combined with renewables. By leveraging our Canopy by T.EN™ solution powered by Shell’s CANSOLV CO2 Capture System, we aim to set a new standard for low-carbon power generation. This project not only underscores our commitment to innovation and sustainability but also highlights the critical role of collaboration in driving the energy transition forward.”
Maví Zingoni, CEO, Power at GE Vernova commented : “We believe CCUS technology can be crucial to help decarbonize the planet, and we welcome the commitment from the UK government to invest in its implementation as well as NZT Power’s trust in our technology. Flagship projects like Net Zero Teesside Power can give the industry foundations to grow. We look forward to powering the station with our advanced H-Class combined cycle technology, as well as proceeding with the first commercial use of our Exhaust Gas Recirculation system and integration technologies, which aim to support carbon abatement by boosting the efficiency and performance of carbon capture.”
Leo Quinn, CEO of Balfour Beatty Group, said: “Net Zero Teesside is a transformational project, underpinning the UK’s transition to cleaner and greener energy consumption and driving regional economic growth in Northeast England. Today’s announcement takes us one step closer to realising this ambitious scheme, which will demonstrate collaboration at its finest and see us unite our unique strengths together with Technip Energies’ world-leading engineering and technology integration skills, Shell's state-of-the-art CANSOLV* CO2 Capture technology and GE Vernova’s unparalleled power generation knowledge."
Elise H. Nowee, President of Shell Catalysts & Technologies, said: “Being selected as the carbon capture technology provider for Net Zero Teesside Power reflects the proven capabilities of Shell’s CANSOLV* CO₂ technology in delivering substantial, reliable emissions reductions at scale. This project also highlights the strength of our alliance with Technip Energies, which combines Shell Catalysts & Technologies’ expertise in technology licensing with Technip Energies’ excellence in project integration and delivery. Together, we are addressing the growing demand for scalable post-combustion carbon capture solutions. With the potential to capture up to 2 million tonnes of CO₂ annually, Net Zero Teesside Power marks a critical milestone in the UK’s journey toward net zero.”
(1) A “major” award for Technip Energies is a contract award representing above €1 billion of revenue. The award will be included in backlog in Q4 2024.
*CANSOLV is a Shell trademark.
About Technip Energies
Technip Energies is a global technology and engineering powerhouse. With leadership positions in LNG, hydrogen, ethylene, sustainable chemistry, and CO2 management, we are contributing to the development of critical markets such as energy, energy derivatives, decarbonization, and circularity. Our complementary business segments, Technology, Products and Services (TPS) and Project Delivery, turn innovation into scalable and industrial reality. Through collaboration and excellence in execution, our 17,000+ employees across 34 countries are fully committed to bridging prosperity with sustainability for a world designed to last. Technip Energies generated revenues of €6 billion in 2023 and is listed on Euronext Paris. The Company also has American Depositary Receipts trading over the counter. For further information: www.ten.com
About GE Vernova
GE Vernova is a planned, purpose-built global energy company that includes Power, Wind, and Electrification businesses and is supported by its accelerator businesses of Advanced Research, Consulting Services, and Financial Services. Building on over 130 years of experience tackling the world’s challenges, GE Vernova is uniquely positioned to help lead the energy transition by continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to decarbonize it. GE Vernova helps customers power economies and deliver electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. GE Vernova is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, U.S., with more than 75,000 employees across 100+ countries around the world. GE Vernova’s Gas Power business engineers advanced, efficient natural gas-powered technologies and services, along with decarbonization solutions that aim to help electrify a lower carbon future.
In the UK, the company runs the only large-scale grid manufacturing facility, as well as numerous other major manufacturing sites. GE Vernova already helps to generate more than 30% of the UK’s electricity through its equipment. Its nuclear business, GE Hitachi, is one of the finalists in the Great British Nuclear competition.
About Balfour Beatty
Balfour Beatty is a leading international infrastructure group with over 25,000 employees driving the delivery of powerful new solutions, shaping thinking, creating skylines and inspiring a new generation of talent to be the change-makers of tomorrow.
We finance, develop, build, maintain and operate the increasingly complex and critical infrastructure that supports national economies and deliver projects at the heart of local communities.
Over the last 114 years we have created iconic buildings and infrastructure all over the world. Currently, we are working to deliver Hinkley Point C, the first UK nuclear power station in a generation; constructing the world-class arts and cultural facility, the Lyric Theatre, in Hong Kong; and designing, building, financing, operating and maintaining the Automated People Mover superstructure at the fifth busiest airport in the world, Los Angeles International Airport.
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North Star: This First-of-a-Kind Project in the U.K.’s Teesside Region Could Be the Template for Carbon Capture
Teesside, the urban region perched on the muddy banks of the River Tees in northeast England, used to be a global beacon of industry. In the mid-19th century, the port of Middlesbrough forged its reputation as “Ironopolis,” boasting nearly 100 blast furnaces that roared away round the clock.
GE Vernova declares $0.25 per share quarterly dividend and initial $6 billion share buyback
NEW YORK (December 10, 2024) – GE Vernova (NYSE: GEV) today announced that its Board of Directors has declared a $0.25 per share quarterly dividend and approved an initial $6 billion share repurchase authorization. The quarterly dividend will be payable on January 28, 2025, to shareholders of record as of December 20, 2024.
Future dividend declarations will be made at the discretion of the Board of Directors and will be based on GE Vernova’s earnings, financial condition, cash requirements, prospects, and other factors. The share repurchase authorization has no expiration date and may be suspended or discontinued at any time.
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Certain statements contained in this release may constitute “forward-looking statements” that involve risks and uncertainties. These statements by their nature address matters that are uncertain to different degrees, such as statements regarding our possible future capital deployment, including share repurchase activity and dividends, if any. Forward-looking statements provide current expectations of future events based on certain assumptions and include any statement that does not directly relate to any historical or current fact. Words such as “anticipates,” “believes,” “expects,” “estimates,” “intends,” “plans,” “projects,” and similar expressions, may identify such forward-looking statements. Any forward-looking statement in this presentation speaks only as of the date on which it is made. Although we believe that the forward-looking statements contained in this presentation are based on reasonable assumptions, you should be aware that many factors could affect our actual financial results, cash flows, or results of operations and could cause actual results to differ materially from those in such forward-looking statements. Future dividends, if any, will be subject to factors noted in this release, and any share repurchases will be subject to similar factors as well as the price, availability and trading volumes of shares of the Company's common stock, which will affect the timing and size of any share repurchases. These factors may cause our actual future results to be materially different than those expressed in our forward-looking statements, and are more fully discussed in our most recent Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and in the “Risk Factors” and “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” sections included in our Information Statement dated March 8, 2024, furnished with the SEC, and as may be updated from time to time in our SEC filings and as posted on our website at www.gevernova.com/investors/fls. There may be other factors not presently known to GE Vernova or which we currently consider to be immaterial that could cause our actual results to differ materially from those projected in any forward-looking statement that we make. We do not undertake any obligation to update or revise our forward-looking statements except as required by applicable law or regulation.
About GE Vernova
GE Vernova is a purpose-built global energy company that includes Power, Wind, and Electrification segments and is supported by its accelerator businesses. Building on over 130 years of experience tackling the world’s challenges, GE Vernova is uniquely positioned to help lead the energy transition by continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to decarbonize it. GE Vernova helps customers power economies and deliver electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. GE Vernova is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, U.S., with approximately 75,000 employees across 100+ countries around the world.
GE Vernova’s mission is embedded in its name – it retains its legacy, “GE,” as an enduring and hard-earned badge of quality and ingenuity. “Ver” / “verde” signal Earth’s verdant and lush ecosystems. “Nova,” from the Latin “novus,” nods to a new, innovative era of lower carbon energy. Supported by the Company purpose, The Energy to Change the World, GE Vernova will help deliver a more affordable, reliable, sustainable, and secure energy future. Learn more: GE Vernova’s website and LinkedIn.
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GE Vernova raises multi-year financial outlook, initiates dividend and authorizes buyback
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Now anticipates ~$45B of revenue and 14% adjusted EBITDA margin* by 2028
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Plans to invest ~$4B in capex and ~$5B in R&D through 2028 to fuel growth and innovation
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Board of Directors declared a $0.25 per share quarterly dividend, payable in the first quarter of 2025, and approved an initial $6B share repurchase authorization
Strong financial trajectory from robust demand and better execution
NEW YORK (December 10, 2024) – GE Vernova (NYSE: GEV), a unique industry leader enabling customers to accelerate the energy transition, today hosts its 2024 Investor Update event to present its multi-year financial outlook and frame its capital allocation strategy.
“GE Vernova is well-positioned to lead as the investment supercycle for the energy transition gains momentum,” said GE Vernova CEO Scott Strazik. “Robust demand for our technologies and services, along with better execution through our lean culture, is driving improved financial results. We are driving growth and innovation with $9 billion in cumulative capex and R&D investments planned through 2028, including an approximately 20 percent increase in R&D spend expected in 2025. With growing revenue, margins, and free cash flow, we are building on our strong foundation and deploying a disciplined capital allocation strategy for shareholder value creation.”
“We are executing our financial strategy, and we now expect to generate at least $14 billion in cumulative free cash flow by 2028,” said GE Vernova CFO Ken Parks. “Our large and growing backlog, with healthy margins from services and better equipment pricing, is fueling our trajectory as we raise our 2025 guidance and outlook by 2028. We remain committed to maintaining an investment grade balance sheet as we make organic investments, pursue targeted M&A, and return at least one third of cash generation to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases.”
Financial Outlook
Today, GE Vernova reaffirms its 2024 revenue and free cash flow* guidance and narrows its 2024 adjusted EBITDA margin* guidance range. The company also raises its multi-year financial outlook, previously presented at its Investor Day in March 2024.
| Financial Metric | 2024 Guidance | 2025 Guidance | Outlook by 2028 |
| Revenue | $34-$35B, trending towards the higher end | $36-$37B, up from mid-single digits organic growth* (implied $35-$37B) | High-single digits-a) organic revenue growth*, up from mid-single digits |
| Adjusted EBITDA margin* | 5.5%-6%, narrowed from 5%-7% | High-single digits, up from the low end of high-single digits | 14%, up from 10% |
| Free cash flow* | $1.3-$1.7B, trending towards the higher end | $2.0-$2.5B, up from $1.2-$1.8B | ~100% conversion-b),up from 90-110% |
(a - Compound annual growth rate through 2028; 2025 is the base year
(b - Represents the expected free cash flow* conversion by 2028
Multi-Year Segment Financial Outlook
GE Vernova also reaffirms its 2024 segment guidance and provides additional multi-year guidance.
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Capital Allocation
GE Vernova’s strategic principles for capital allocation include incremental organic investments to drive profitable growth, returning at least one third of cash generation to shareholders, and targeted, bolt-on mergers and acquisitions along with select next-generation technology investments. The GE Vernova Board of Directors has declared a $0.25 per share quarterly dividend, payable on January 28, 2025 to shareholders of record as of December 20, 2024, and approved an initial $6B share repurchase authorization.
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GE Vernova CEO Scott Strazik and CFO Ken Parks will present live from New York City, beginning at 4:30 PM ET today. The event will also be webcast, and accompanying materials and a replay can be accessed on GE Vernova’s Investor Relations website here.
Non-GAAP Financial Measures
In this document, the Company sometimes uses information derived from consolidated financial data but not presented in its financial statements prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). Certain of these data are considered “non-GAAP financial measures” under the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) rules. These non-GAAP financial measures supplement the Company’s GAAP disclosures and should not be considered an alternative to the GAAP measure. The reasons the Company uses these non-GAAP financial measures and the reconciliations to their most directly comparable GAAP financial measures are included in this press release and GE Vernova's quarterly reports on Form 10-Q filed with the SEC and any updates or amendments it makes in future filings.
2024 Guidance and Outlook by 2028: Adjusted EBITDA margin*
We cannot provide a reconciliation of the differences between the non-GAAP financial measures expectations and the corresponding GAAP financial measures for adjusted EBITDA margin* in the 2024 guidance and outlook by 2028 without unreasonable effort due to the uncertainty of the costs and timing associated with potential restructuring actions and the impacts of depreciation and amortization.
2024 Guidance: Power segment organic EBITDA margin* expansion
We cannot provide a reconciliation of the differences between the non-GAAP financial measures expectations and the corresponding GAAP financial measure for Power segment organic EBITDA margin* expansion in the 2024 guidance without unreasonable effort due to the uncertainty of foreign exchange rates.
2024 and 2025 Guidance: Free cash flow*
We cannot provide a reconciliation of the differences between the non-GAAP financial measures expectations and the corresponding GAAP financial measure for free cash flow* in the 2024 and 2025 guidance without unreasonable effort due to the uncertainty of timing for capital expenditures.
2025-2028 Outlook: Cumulative Free cash flow*
We cannot provide a reconciliation of the differences between the non-GAAP financial measures expectations and the corresponding GAAP financial measure for cumulative free cash flow* for 2025 through 2028 without unreasonable effort due to the uncertainty of timing for capital expenditures.
*Non-GAAP Financial Measure
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Certain statements contained in this release and certain of our other public communications and SEC filings may constitute “forward-looking statements” that involve risks and uncertainties. Forward-looking statements are based on our current assumptions regarding future business and financial performance and condition. These statements by their nature address matters that are uncertain to different degrees, such as our expected future business and operating results and opportunities; our progress as an independent company; the demand for our products and services, the roles we expect them to play in the energy transition and our ability to meet those demands and execute those roles; our business strategy and the benefits we expect to realize; our expected operational and safety efficiencies and improvements, including from our lean operating model; our expectations regarding the energy transition; our actual and planned investments, including in breakthrough technologies and capital expenditures; our ability to increase production capacity, efficiencies, and quality; the ability of us and others to innovate breakthrough technologies that enable us to meet our sustainability goals and targets; the ability of us and others to deploy such technologies at scale; our expected cash generation; our capital allocation strategies, including our future capital deployment, including mergers and acquisitions, share repurchase activity and dividends, if any, and long-term shareholder value creation; and our commitment to maintaining an investment grade rated balance sheet. Forward-looking statements provide current expectations of future events based on certain assumptions and include any statement that does not directly relate to any historical or current fact. Words such as “anticipates,” “believes,” “expects,” “estimates,” “intends,” “plans,” “projects,” and similar expressions, may identify such forward-looking statements. Any forward-looking statement in this release speaks only as of the date on which it is made. Although we believe that the forward-looking statements contained in this release are based on reasonable assumptions, you should be aware that many factors could affect our actual financial results, cash flows, or results of operations and could cause actual results to differ materially from those in such forward-looking statements, including but not limited to:
- Changes in macroeconomic and market conditions and market volatility, including risk of recession, inflation, supply chain constraints or disruptions, interest rates, the value of securities and other financial assets, oil, natural gas and other commodity prices and exchange rates, and the impact of such changes and volatility on the Company’s business operations, financial results and financial position;
- Global economic trends, competition and geopolitical risks, including impacts from the ongoing geopolitical conflicts (such as the Russia-Ukraine conflict and conflict in the Middle East), demand or supply shocks from events such as a major terrorist attack, natural disasters, actual or threatened public health pandemics or other emergencies, or an escalation of sanctions, tariffs or other trade tensions, and related impacts on our supply chains and strategies;
- Actual or perceived quality issues or product or safety failures related to our complex and specialized products, solutions, and services, the time required to address them, costs associated with related project delays, repairs or replacements, and the impact of any contractual claims for damages or other legal claims asserted in connection therewith, some of which may be for significant amounts, on our financial results, competitive position or reputation;
- Market developments or customer actions that may affect our ability to achieve our anticipated operational cost savings and implement initiatives to control or reduce operating costs;
- Significant disruptions in the Company’s supply chain, including the high cost or unavailability of raw materials, components, and products essential to our business, and significant disruptions to our manufacturing and production facilities and distribution networks;
- Our ability to attract and retain highly qualified personnel;
- Our ability to obtain, maintain, protect and effectively enforce our intellectual property rights;
- Our capital allocation plans, including the timing and amount of any dividends, share repurchases, acquisitions, organic investments, and other priorities;
- Downgrades of our credit ratings or ratings outlooks, or changes in rating application or methodology, and the related impact on the Company’s funding profile, costs, liquidity and competitive position;
- Shifts in market and other dynamics related to electrification, decarbonization or sustainability;
- The amount and timing of our cash flows and earnings, which may be impacted by macroeconomic, customer, supplier, competitive, contractual and other dynamics and conditions;
- Actions by our joint venture arrangements, consortiums, and similar collaborations with third parties for certain projects that result in additional costs and obligations;
- Any reductions or modifications to, or the elimination of, governmental incentives or policies that support renewable energy and energy transition innovation and technology;
- Our ability to develop and introduce new technologies to meet market demand and evolving customer needs;
- Our ability to obtain required permits, licenses and registrations;
- Changes in law, regulation or policy that may affect our businesses, such as trade policy and tariffs, regulation and incentives related to sustainability, climate change, environmental, health and safety laws, and tax law changes;
- Our ability and challenges to manage the transition as a newly stand-alone public company or achieve some or all of the benefits we expect to achieve from such transition;
- The risk of an active trading market not being sustained for our securities or significant volatility in our stock price; and
- The impact related to information technology, cybersecurity or data security breaches at GE Vernova or third parties.
These or other uncertainties may cause our actual future results to be materially different than those expressed in our forward-looking statements, and these and other factors are more fully discussed in our Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2024, and in the “Risk Factors” and “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” sections included in our information statement dated March 8, 2024, which was attached as Exhibit 99.1 to a Current Report on Form 8-K furnished with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on March 8, 2024 as may be updated from time to time in our SEC filings and as posted on our website at www.gevernova.com/investors/fls. There may be other factors not presently known to GE Vernova or which we currently consider to be immaterial that could cause our actual results to differ materially from those projected in any forward-looking statement that we make. We do not undertake any obligation to update or revise our forward-looking statements except as required by applicable law or regulation. This press release also includes certain forward-looking projected financial information that is based on current estimates and forecasts. Actual results could differ materially.
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About GE Vernova
GE Vernova is a purpose-built global energy company that includes Power, Wind, and Electrification segments and is supported by its accelerator businesses. Building on over 130 years of experience tackling the world’s challenges, GE Vernova is uniquely positioned to help lead the energy transition by continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to decarbonize it. GE Vernova helps customers power economies and deliver electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. GE Vernova is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, U.S., with approximately 75,000 employees across 100+ countries around the world.
GE Vernova’s mission is embedded in its name – it retains its legacy, “GE,” as an enduring and hard-earned badge of quality and ingenuity. “Ver” / “verde” signal Earth’s verdant and lush ecosystems. “Nova,” from the Latin “novus,” nods to a new, innovative era of lower carbon energy. Supported by the Company purpose, The Energy to Change the World, GE Vernova will help deliver a more affordable, reliable, sustainable, and secure energy future. Learn more: GE Vernova’s website and LinkedIn.
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GE Vernova to provide grid-stabilizing tech for 50Hertz’s renewable energy push in Germany
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GE Vernova secures a contract with 50Hertz Transmission GmbH to deliver advanced STATCOM technology, supporting Germany's transition to a renewable energy future
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The 300 Mvar FACTSFLEX GFM solution, with Grid Forming Control, will enhance grid stability and resilience as Germany integrates more renewable energy sources
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STATCOM units will be deployed at key substations in Germany, further strengthening the country’s electrical infrastructure and supporting its ambitious Energiewende goals
BERLIN, GERMANY (Dec 05, 2024) – GE Vernova Inc. (NYSE: GEV) today announced it has secured a contract from 50Hertz Transmission GmbH, one of Germany’s four transmission system operators, to provide advanced grid-stabilizing technology with an aim to enhance the reliability of Germany’s electrical power grid as it integrates more renewable energy sources.
As part of this contract, GE Vernova will deliver its 300 Mvar FACTSFLEX GFM solution, a Static Synchronous Compensator (STATCOM) solution with Grid Forming Control (GFM). This advanced STATCOM technology provides essential support for maintaining the stability of the power system, especially as variable energy sources like wind and solar are added to the grid. Supported by Grid Forming Control software, this solution is designed to automatically adapt to fluctuations in the grid voltage, keeping the grid stable. The solution will also include transformers, circuit breakers, and protection and control equipment to provide a fully integrated and reliable system.
The STATCOM units are planned to be designed and manufactured at GE Vernova’s grid solutions facilities in Dresden (Germany) and Tampere (Finland), with additional components, including valves, supplied from Stafford (UK) and transformers from Mönchengladbach (Germany). Two STATCOM units will be deployed at 50Hertz’s substation at Siedenbrünzow in Mecklenburg Western-Pomerania and one STATCOM unit at the Röhrsdorf substation in Saxony. 50Hertz operates the electricity transmission system in the north and east of Germany, which it expands as needed for the energy transition. More than 77 substations and switching stations are part of its grid infrastructure. 50Hertz is part of the Belgian-German Elia Group.
Dr. Dirk Biermann, Chief Operating Officer (COO) 50Hertz, said: “STATCOM solutions are a necessary and important element of the energy transition. They provide continuously variable reactive power in response to voltage variations and allow us to strengthen the resilience of our grid as we move forward with renewable energy integration. STATCOM technology supports stabilizing the power grids in an energy system with more and more fluctuating renewable energies and less power plants based on fossil fuels.”
Johan Bindele, Business Leader at GE Vernova’s Grid Solutions business, added, “Our work with 50Hertz demonstrates GE Vernova’s commitment to supporting Germany’s energy transition with high-quality, reliable technology. With our STATCOM solution and Grid Forming Control, we are bringing advanced solutions that help keep Germany’s grid stable as the country moves toward a renewable future. GE Vernova is at the forefront of electrification, dedicated to empowering a sustainable and resilient energy landscape.”
Why STATCOM Technology is Essential for Energy Transition
A STATCOM system acts as a critical stabilizer for the electrical grid, dynamically managing reactive power flow to prevent potential disruptions. As Germany’s renewable energy generation increases, this technology is critical in stabilizing fluctuating energy inputs to achieve uninterrupted power for households and businesses. STATCOM is a part of a broader Flexible AC Transmission System (FACTS) framework, which includes advanced equipment designed to enhance grid flexibility and stability. Without solutions like STATCOM, the grid could face challenges such as voltage instability and power disruptions, particularly as it accommodates variable renewable sources.
By actively responding to grid conditions, GE Vernova’s FACTSFLEX GFM is designed to support the adaptability and resilience needed to meet the demands of Germany’s ambitious energy transition. This solution represents an advanced approach to managing grid balance, providing a smoother transition to a renewable-powered future.
Supporting Germany’s Energy Transition Goals
Germany’s commitment to its energy transition, or Energiewende, is one of the world’s most ambitious. With the goal of sourcing 80% of its energy from renewables by 2030, Germany requires a robust and reliable grid infrastructure to meet the new electrification demands. Projects like these are instrumental in supporting the country’s vision for a lower-carbon, reliable energy future, and GE Vernova is proud to contribute to this mission.
Expanding Local Expertise in High-Voltage Technology
To further support Germany’s energy transition, GE Vernova recently inaugurated its HVDC Competence Center in Berlin, strengthening local expertise and resources for high-voltage technology. This center enhances GE Vernova’s capacity to address the needs of European grid operators, providing innovative, locally driven solutions for complex power challenges.
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About GE Vernova
GE Vernova Inc. (NYSE: GEV) is a purpose-built global energy company that includes Power, Wind, and Electrification segments and is supported by its accelerator businesses. Building on over 130 years of experience tackling the world’s challenges, GE Vernova is uniquely positioned to help lead the energy transition by continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to decarbonize it. GE Vernova helps customers power economies and deliver electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. GE Vernova is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, U.S., with approximately 75,000 employees across 100+ countries around the world. Supported by the Company’s purpose, The Energy to Change the World, GE Vernova technology helps deliver a more affordable, reliable, sustainable, and secure energy future. Learn more: GE Vernova and LinkedIn.
GE Vernova’s Grid Solutions business electrifies the world with advanced grid technologies and systems, enabling power transmission and distribution from the point of generation to point of consumption, and supporting a decarbonized and secured energy transition.
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GE Vernova secures order from Dominion Energy for the modernization of Saluda Hydro power plant in South Carolina
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GE Vernova secured an order from Dominion Energy South Carolina for the modernization of two hydropower units installed at the Saluda Hydro power plant
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This new collaboration builds on the long-lasting relationship between GE Vernova and Dominion Energy
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The modernization project will help to improve the water quality of the river by increasing dissolved oxygen through the implementation of GE Vernova’s patented aerating turbine technology
GREENVILLE, SC (December 2, 2024) – GE Vernova Inc. (NYSE: GEV) announced today that it has secured an order (3Q’2024) with Dominion Energy South Carolina for the modernization of two hydropower units installed at the Saluda Hydro power plant located on the Saluda River in the Southeastern region of the United States, approximately 10 miles west of the city of Columbia, South Carolina. This modernization project will help extend the lifetime, reliability, performance, and operational flexibility of the power plant that has been generating sustainable and reliable power for almost a century.
This new collaboration builds on the long-lasting relationship between GE Vernova and Dominion Energy across all three GE Vernova business segments, Power, Wind and Electrification. Currently, around 70% of Dominion Energy’s fleet leverages GE Vernova’s technology, which can deliver the electricity needed to power the equivalent of more than 7 million households in the US.
In addition to extending the lifetime and enhancing the performance of the plant, the modernization project will help to better maintain the water quality of the Saluda River by increasing dissolved oxygen (DO) through the implementation of GE Vernova’s patented aerating turbine technology. This new equipment oxygenates the water and ensures a minimum level of oxygen, contributing to protect aquatic life and the state’s natural resources. Aerating turbines is one of many examples demonstrating how innovations are being applied to an established industry like hydropower.
Saluda Hydro is an almost-100-years-old power plant that includes five Francis hydropower units. The plant has been in commercial operation since December 1st, 1930, and its fifth hydropower unit was added in 1971 to increase the output and capacity of the dam to 206 megawatts (MW). At the time, the hydropower dam was built to support the growth of the textile industry in Columbia through affordable and reliable energy supply, and for water supply, flood control, and recreation purposes. The construction of the dam formed a 48,000 acres reservoir called Lake Murray. Today, Lake Murray is used by many South Carolina residents for fishing, paddling, swimming, and picnicking.
"Our current turbines at Saluda Hydro have performed safely and successfully for more than 90 years," said Dominion Energy Vice President of Generation Iris Griffin. "Investing in their replacement will help maintain the facility's long-term reliability and, most importantly, continue to safely serve our customers for many years to come.”
Frederic Ribieras, Hydro Power CEO, GE Vernova, said: “Our team is delighted to bring its advanced solution to a site that has been serving the state for almost a century. This project shows that through both electricity generation and water management, hydropower can provide many benefits to communities, for a very long time”.
GE Vernova’s scope of work includes the Engineering, Procurement, Construction, and Installation of an aerating turbine to replace the Unit 1 and Unit 3 turbines, as well as the rehabilitation of the Unit 3 generator. The first unit is expected to be retrofitted by 2027. GE Vernova has been developing patented and advanced aerating hydropower turbine technology and has been at the forefront of dissolved oxygen innovation with over 20 years of Research & Development. The company implemented several projects in that space, in the United Stated and beyond, such as the High Rock project in North Carolina.
According to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)’s report, hydropower currently accounts for nearly 27% of total US utility-scale renewable electricity generation and 5.7% of total US utility-scale electricity generation.
“As one of the oldest sources of renewable energy in the country, the ~100 gigawatts (GW) installed base is aging, and we see large opportunities for modernization projects to enabling to deliver even more renewable energy into the grid and help accelerate the energy transition in the country,” commented Frederic Ribieras
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About GE Vernova:
GE Vernova (NYSE: GEV) is purpose-built global energy company that includes Power, Wind, and Electrification segments and is supported by its accelerator businesses. Building on over 130 years of experience tackling the world’s challenges, GE Vernova is uniquely positioned to help lead the energy transition by continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to decarbonize it. GE Vernova helps customers power economies and deliver electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. GE Vernova is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, U.S., with more than 75,000 employees across 100+ countries around the world. Supported by the Company’s purpose, The Energy to Change the World, GE Vernova technology helps deliver a more affordable, reliable, sustainable, and secure energy future.
GE Vernova’s Hydro Power business produces advanced technologies that harness the power of water to help deliver reliable power to some of the world's largest economies and remote communities.
GE Vernova’s mission is embedded in its name – it retains its legacy, “GE,” as an enduring and hard-earned badge of quality and ingenuity. “Ver” / “verde” signal Earth’s verdant and lush ecosystems. “Nova,” from the Latin “novus,” nods to a new, innovative era of lower carbon energy. Learn more: GE Vernova and LinkedIn.
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GE Vernova | Senior Communications Manager, Hydro PowerGE Vernova secures contract from Powerlink to supply essential grid equipment in Australia
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GE Vernova to deliver 69 Dead Tank Circuit Breakers for Powerlink’s Capital Work program, supporting Queensland’s renewable energy goals.
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Advanced circuit breakers will enhance grid reliability and enable seamless integration of renewable energy into Queensland’s transmission network.
QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA (Nov 26, 2024) – GE Vernova Inc. (NYSE: GEV) today announced it has secured a contract from Powerlink, Queensland’s state-owned transmission utility, to supply essential equipment for their upcoming Capital Work program. Under this agreement, GE Vernova will deliver 69 Dead Tank Circuit Breakers (DTCBs) rated 245 kV and above, supporting Queensland’s renewable energy targets and enhancing power infrastructure resilience.
Powerlink is responsible for building and maintaining Queensland’s high-voltage transmission network and connecting renewable energy sources across the State. Their work is central to Queensland’s commitment to renewable energy, with targets of 70% by 2032 and 80% by 2035, as it facilitates the integration of renewable energy into the grid to support economic growth and sustainability.
Enhancing Grid Reliability with Dead Tank Circuit Breakers
Dead Tank Circuit Breakers (DTCBs) play a crucial role in maintaining stable power transmission by protecting the grid from electrical faults, ensuring continuity of energy flow and minimizing disruptions. They are like powerful “off switches” for the grid, automatically isolating sections of the network during faults or overloads to keep electricity flowing smoothly and protect the system from potential damage.
These devices are especially important for energy transition efforts, as they enable the reliable integration of renewable energy sources, which can be challenging without stable and resilient transmission infrastructure. Without equipment like DTCBs, reliably evacuating renewable energy from generation sites to end-users would be difficult, as fluctuations could disrupt the grid.
GE Vernova’s Dead Tank Circuit Breaker technology is recognized for its reliability and scalability, making it a strong choice for projects that require resilient and high-performance transmission solutions. With approximately 100,000 units installed globally, GE Vernova’s Grid Solutions business has built a trusted legacy of delivering advanced circuit breaker solutions that support renewable energy integration and energy security efforts worldwide.
Scheduled for delivery between August 2025 and March 2026, the DTCBs will be manufactured by GE Vernova’s Grid Solutions business at its factory in Suzhou, China. This global supply chain approach enables timely and efficient delivery to meet the needs of complex, large-scale projects.
Continuing a Successful Track Record with Powerlink
This latest contract builds upon GE Vernova’s longstanding partnership with Powerlink, which includes prior collaboration on localizing DTCB production at GE Vernova’s Suzhou, China facility—an initiative that significantly improved lead times and addressed global supply chain challenges for critical electrical equipment.
The official signing ceremony was attended by Paul Simshauser, CEO of Powerlink and Yeow Keong Lim, Asia Pacific Region Leader for GE Vernova’s Power Transmission business.
Paul Simshauser, CEO of Powerlink, said, “Our commitment to reliable and efficient energy transmission is furthered by partnering with GE Vernova to equip our network with advanced grid technology. This contract will help ensure that Powerlink’s infrastructure can support the ambitious goals of Queensland’s renewable energy investors.”
Yeow Keong Lim, Asia Pacific Region Leader for GE Vernova’s Power Transmission business, added, “We are honored to collaborate with Powerlink on their Capital Work project. This contract highlights GE Vernova’s commitment to providing high-quality, next-generation solutions that support renewable energy transition. Our power transmission equipment are engineered to meet the highest standards of reliability and performance, reflecting our commitment to safe and dependable electrification. We remain dedicated to supporting Australia’s transition to a sustainable energy future through advanced technology that reinforces grid resilience and reliability.”
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About Powerlink
Powerlink is a leading Australian provider of high voltage electricity transmission network services, combining innovation with insight to deliver safe, cost effective and reliable solutions.
Powerlink is a Government Owned Corporation that owns, develops, operates and maintains the high voltage electricity transmission network in Queensland. Powerlink’s network extends 1,700 kilometres (km) from Cairns to the New South Wales border, and comprises 15,449 circuit km of transmission lines and 152 substations.
Powerlinks purpose is to connect Queenslanders to a world-class energy future, providing electricity to more than five million Queenslanders and 241,000 businesses.
About GE Vernova
GE Vernova Inc. (NYSE: GEV) is a purpose-built global energy company that includes Power, Wind, and Electrification segments and is supported by its accelerator businesses. Building on over 130 years of experience tackling the world’s challenges, GE Vernova is uniquely positioned to help lead the energy transition by continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to decarbonize it. GE Vernova helps customers power economies and deliver electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. GE Vernova is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, U.S., with approximately 75,000 employees across 100+ countries around the world. Supported by the Company’s purpose, The Energy to Change the World, GE Vernova technology helps deliver a more affordable, reliable, sustainable, and secure energy future. Learn more: GE Vernova and LinkedIn.
GE Vernova’s Grid Solutions business electrifies the world with advanced grid technologies and systems, enabling power transmission and distribution from the point of generation to point of consumption, and supporting a decarbonized and secured energy transition.
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GE Vernova and SMS group to support energy transformation at SSAB’s Oxelösund steel plant in Sweden
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GE Vernova has been awarded a contract by the SMS group for the supply of a modular multilevel converter (MMC)-based direct feed system
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The direct feed system will power a 280 MVA electric arc furnace (EAF) that SMS is developing for SSAB’s steel plant in Sweden, as part of the plant’s stated commitment to fossil-free steelmaking
Paris, FRANCE (Nov 26 , 2024) – GE Vernova Inc. (NYSE: GEV) today announced it has secured an order from SMS group to supply a modular multilevel converter (MMC)-based direct feed system for SSAB’s 280 MVA electric arc furnace (EAF). The EAF will equip SSAB’s new melt shop in Oxelösund, Sweden.
This contract, which was booked in June 2024, supports SSAB’s stated commitment to delivering fossil-free steel by 2030. The EAF, supported by GE Vernova’s Power Conversion business, is designed to offer enhanced efficiency, a longer lifecycle, and reduced maintenance costs. The advanced technology is expected to help SSAB transition its steel mill to more sustainable operations.
Blast furnaces, which rely on iron ore and coke as raw materials, emit about 2.32 metric tons of CO2 per metric ton of steel produced. In contrast, the EAF can use up to 100% scrap steel as raw material, reducing emissions to 0.67 metric tons of CO2 per metric ton of steel. This change can represent a significant reduction in carbon emissions.
Jan Heimann, Executive Vice President of SMS group, said, "This project is a significant step forward in our journey towards sustainable steelmaking. Powering the furnace with a fast digital control system will enable SSAB to achieve their targets in terms of power quality and efficiency. We are excited to contribute to a project that sets a benchmark for the entire industry.”
Meeting stringent grid requirements
EAFs require a high amount of electrical energy and can hence disrupt the power grid. GE Vernova’s MMC-based direct feed system uses advanced injection-enhanced gate transistor (IEGT) technology, designed specifically for EAFs, which seeks to ensure that the new electric furnace (EAF) operates smoothly and efficiently without disrupting the grid. This system uses advanced technology to maintain high power quality and reliability.
“Our power system was chosen because it helps the Oxelösund plant meet their strict electricity quality standards," said Ed Torres, Business Leader, GE Vernova’s Power Conversion business. "By using our system, the plant is expected to reduce electrical disturbances and operate more efficiently. This is a crucial step towards making steel production more sustainable and reducing carbon emissions in the industry.”
“The system includes two parallel converter lines installed at 300 and 400 meters from the EAF, directly connecting to the 34 kV bus. This setup mitigates flicker, maintains very low harmonics, and ensures a unified power factor,” he added.
The delivery and installation of the equipment are scheduled for the first half of 2026, with the EAF first heat scheduled for the fourth quarter of 2026.
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About SMS group
SMS group is renowned worldwide for its future-oriented technologies and outstanding service for the metals industry. The company applies its 150 years of experience and its digital know-how to provide the industry continuously with innovative products and processes – even beyond its core business – and generates worldwide sales of around 3.1 billion euros. SMS is the right partner for challenging projects, and supports its customers throughout the lifecycle of their plants, enabling profitable and resource-efficient value creation chains. Paving the way for a carbon-neutral and sustainable metals industry is the company’s stated goal. As a global player with German roots, SMS takes responsibility for its more than 14,000 employees.
About GE Vernova
GE Vernova Inc. (NYSE: GEV) is a purpose-built global energy company that includes Power, Wind, and Electrification segments and is supported by its accelerator businesses. Building on over 130 years of experience tackling the world’s challenges, GE Vernova is uniquely positioned to help lead the energy transition by continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to decarbonize it. GE Vernova helps customers power economies and deliver electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. GE Vernova is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, U.S., with approximately 75,000 employees across 100+ countries around the world. Supported by the Company’s purpose, The Energy to Change the World, GE Vernova technology helps deliver a more affordable, reliable, sustainable, and secure energy future. Learn more: GE Vernova and LinkedIn.
GE Vernova’s Power Conversion business provides energy conversion technologies, systems, and services across the power and energy-intensive industries, driving the electric transformation of the world’s energy and industrial infrastructure.
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