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Hat Trick: GE Vernova’s First 100% Hydrogen Aeroderivative Gas Turbine Solution Could Unleash a Wave of Industrial Decarbonization

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When we look back on what catalyzed the hydrogen economy, we might say it all began in a small, historic steelmaking town in the state of South Australia. Here in Whyalla, at the top of the Spencer Gulf, north of Adelaide, ground will soon be broken for the construction of what is expected to be the world’s largest green hydrogen plant.

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GE Vernova announces agreement to strengthen and grow U.S. energy supply chain, acquiring gas turbine combustion parts business from Woodward, Inc.

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  • Acquisition further secures critical supply chain during time of increasingly strong demand

GREENVILLE, S.C. (November 18, 2024) – GE Vernova, Inc. (NYSE: GEV) today announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Woodward, Inc.’s (NASDAQ: WWD) heavy duty gas turbine combustion parts business based in Greenville, S.C. This transaction is an important component of GE Vernova’s strategy of investing in U.S. manufacturing and jobs and strengthening its domestic supply chain.

“We are excited to acquire and integrate this critical capability for our domestic supply chain as we continue to see increasing demand for our heavy-duty gas turbines and upgrades globally,” said Eric Gray, President & CEO, GE Vernova’s Gas Power business. “Welcoming these experts to our Greenville, S.C., team will further enable us to address this growing demand from our customers and meet the electrification needs of our country while serving as an indicator of our commitment to the industry and the community.”

Under the terms of the agreement, and subject to meeting all closing terms and conditions, GE Vernova is expected to acquire all assets related to Woodward, Inc.’s Greenville site, which today is nearly entirely dedicated to supplying parts and services to GE Vernova’s gas turbine manufacturing operations. GE Vernova has had a significant presence in the Greenville area for more than 50 years with current operations including manufacturing and testing gas turbines, providing global engineering support and other activities.

“We are pleased to sign this agreement with GE Vernova,” said Chip Blankenship, Chairman and CEO of Woodward. “This targeted transaction is good for our customer and members and will allow us to focus resources on products that will drive the most value as part of Woodward. I am grateful for our Greenville members’ longtime dedication to Woodward and to serving the customer. They will have opportunities to continue their great work as GE Vernova takes on ownership of the operations.”

While financial terms of the acquisition are not being made public, the transaction is expected to close in early 2025, subject to certain closing conditions. GE Vernova is working closely with the Woodward team to enable a smooth transition for employees in Greenville.

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About Woodward, Inc.
Woodward (NASDAQ: WWD) is the global leader in the design, manufacture, and service of energy conversion and control solutions for the aerospace and industrial equipment markets. Our purpose is to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future. Our innovative fluid, combustion, electrical, propulsion and motion control systems perform in some of the world’s harshest environments. Woodward is a global company headquartered in Fort Collins, Colorado, USA. Visit our website at www.woodward.com.

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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. It is a global leader in gas turbines and power plant technologies and services with the industry’s largest installed base. 

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GE Vernova Expands Strategic Collaboration Agreement with AWS to Help Energy Companies Accelerate the Energy Transition

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  • Expanded collaboration to help make it easier for energy companies to adopt software that can reshape how they manage asset and emissions data in the energy transition.

  • Multi-year agreement includes GE Vernova’s Asset Performance Management (APM) and CERius™ emissions data management software delivered in the AWS Cloud.

CAMBRIDGE, Mass. (November 7, 2024) -- GE Vernova Inc. (NYSE: GEV) today announced it has signed an expanded multi-year Strategic Collaboration Agreement (SCA) with Amazon Web Services (AWS) that includes its Asset Performance Management (APM) and CERius™ software delivered in the AWS Cloud. The SCA is designed to make it easier for energy companies to adopt software that has the potential to reshape how they manage their asset and emissions data as they address the energy transition.

“As the energy landscape continues to dynamically transform, the power of flexible cloud-based software is increasingly important,” said Scott Reese, CEO of GE Vernova’s Electrification Software business. “The expansion of our strategic agreement with AWS represents our commitment to providing digital solutions that can help energy organizations increase reliability, lower costs, and make measurable progress on energy transition goals.” GE Vernova previously announced SCAs with AWS to benefit electric utilities, manufacturers, and other industrial companies.

GE Vernova customers are already experiencing benefits of the expanded SCA with AWS. One example is global energy company AES. “GE Vernova’s APM as a software as a service (SaaS) solution has been very important for AES. Its advanced predictive analytics, real-time monitoring, and user-friendly interface have significantly improved our operational efficiency and asset reliability,” said Michelle Legge, Sr. Reliability Engineer and GE APM Program Manager at AES. “The flexibility and scalability of the SaaS model ensures that we can easily adapt to our evolving needs while maintaining optimal performance. With GE Vernova’s APM, we have achieved greater visibility into our assets, enabling more informed decision-making and proactive maintenance strategies. This relationship has been instrumental in driving our mission of delivering sustainable, reliable, and innovative energy solutions.”

The expanded SCA is designed to enable energy companies to:

  • Scale with flexibility using solutions that evolve with organizations. GE Vernova’s APM is a suite of software and services designed to help optimize asset performance and operations and maintenance (O&M) efficiency across equipment, the plant, and the entire fleet. The solution offers a modular approach and comprehensive integrations to help companies scale their operations more seamlessly and efficiently. A combination of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) helps enable organizations to more effectively manage and action their asset data.
  • Operationalize decarbonization strategy. CERius is GE Vernova’s emissions data management software. The solution is designed to automate the process of accurately collecting greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions data, provide valuable insights, and identify opportunities for reducing carbon emissions.
  • Onboard and integrate more sustainable energy faster. Pre-built workflows, AI/ML programming, real-time data, and predictive analytics can empower faster decision-making. This is essential to speeding up the integration of renewable assets on the journey to a more sustainable energy future.
  • Leverage extensive industry expertise. Built on over 130 years of experience, GE Vernova is uniquely positioned to change the arc of climate change. The company’s software solutions are purpose-built with original equipment manufacturer (OEM) expertise, making it easy to apply them to new asset types as today’s energy landscape evolves. In addition to working with AWS, leveraging its advanced and secure cloud services and industry expertise, GE Vernova employs expert guidance backed by strong experience across information and operational technology (IT and OT).
  • Modernize and maximize investments with cloud-based optimization. With an end-to-end solution that facilitates continuous and progressive improvement, companies should have the power to optimize for lower expenses and higher return on investments.

“As the industry faces the challenges of network efficiency and decarbonization, our collaboration with GE Vernova provides a unique opportunity to reshape asset performance and emissions management,” said Scott Sanderson, Director of Business Development, Energy and Utilities at AWS. “Together, we’re enabling customers to accelerate innovation, reduce their carbon footprint, and sustain financial performance.”

GE Vernova was recently named a Leader for the third straight time by independent industry analyst firm Verdantix in its Green Quadrant: APM Solutions 2024 report. More information on the company’s APM can be found here.

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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 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. Learn more: GE Vernova and LinkedIn. GE Vernova’s Electrification Software business is focused on delivering the intelligent applications and insights needed to accelerate electrification and decarbonization across the entire energy ecosystem – from how it’s created, how it’s orchestrated, to how it’s consumed. Its Power & Energy Resources Software helps improve reliability and drive decarbonization.

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GE Vernova launches HVDC Competence Center in Berlin to support energy transition in Germany and Europe

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  • New High-Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) Competence Center expands Berlin footprint to create a key hub for GE Vernova’s Electrification Systems business in Europe

  • New resources in Berlin will help speed decarbonization and electrification goals across Germany, Europe, and beyond

  • Growth will bring an estimated 500 new highly skilled jobs to the region

Berlin, Germany (November 6, 2024) – GE Vernova Inc. (NYSE: GEV) today announced the expansion of its Electrification facility in Berlin with the opening of a High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) Competence Center. The center will develop leading edge technology to speed the energy transition by improving grid stability and integrating more renewable energy across Germany and Europe while also supporting HVDC projects worldwide.

HVDC systems are essential for achieving both electrification and decarbonization goals. The HVDC center will develop and test technology to enable the efficient transmission of bulk power over long distances or from offshore submarine links, simplify the integration of renewable energy into power grids, and connect multiple HVDC transmission links.

The addition of the HVDC Competence Center positions the Berlin facility as a key hub for GE Vernova’s Electrification Systems businesses in Europe, expanding GE Vernova’s capacity to support regional and global growth in Grid Solutions, Power Conversion, and Solar and Storage and helping to deliver the growing Electrification backlog.

“The world’s future is electric, and electrification is essential for achieving a net zero emissions future,” said Philippe Piron, CEO of Electrification Systems at GE Vernova. “The expansion of our Berlin center is a significant step towards advancing reliable, affordable, and decarbonized energy and supporting the rapid growth of GE Vernova’s Electrification segment. As a key Electrification hub for GE Vernova in Europe, the Berlin site will drive innovation in grid solutions, power conversion, and renewable energy integration. This investment reinforces our commitment to modernizing energy systems, supporting Germany's energy transition, and leading the electrification and decarbonization of the global energy ecosystem.”

Supporting Germany’s Energy Transition

Operating in Germany for more than 100 years, GE Vernova is dedicated to driving the country’s net zero efforts through advanced infrastructure technologies and services. GE Vernova’s robust presence in Germany and across Europe supports its ability to work across borders from the North Sea to Eastern Europe.

The launch of the center and the investment in HVDC technology aligns with Germany's ambition to advance its energy transition. That transition will require major grid infrastructure upgrades and investment in the System Stability Roadmap. This government initiative seeks to ensure a resilient and stable power system as Germany moves toward generating at least 80% of its electricity from renewable sources by 2030.

Driving Electrification in Europe

GE Vernova is at the forefront of the energy transition as Europe seeks to decarbonize while meeting growing demand for electricity. GE Vernova recently entered into an innovation agreement with four German Transmission System Operators (TSOs) to design a Multi-Terminal/Multi-Hub High-Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) connection solution, marking a significant milestone in developing a future high-voltage grid for Germany and Europe’s energy transition. Furthermore, GE Vernova is actively engaged with TenneT on a 2-gigawatt (GW) High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) offshore transmission system program in Germany and the Netherlands, part of a five-year Framework Cooperation Agreement signed in March 2023.

The HVDC Competence Center will support these agreements, as well as others in its growing order backlog, and enable other efforts to integrate renewable energy into the grid, reaffirming GE Vernova's commitment to innovative solutions that address the region's evolving grid needs.

GE Vernova also recently announced a doubling of production capacity at its Stafford, UK plant to meet the growing global demand for HVDC technology.

Creating Jobs and Driving Progress

As part of its growth plans in Germany, GE Vernova expects to  have created around 500 new highly skilled jobs for engineers, project managers and other support staff in Berlin from 2023 to the end of 2025. New job opportunities are planned to open each quarter with 60 jobs posted currently and more than 200 to come. These roles will be instrumental in advancing electrification technologies and enhancing the company’s engineering and technical capabilities, positioning the Berlin Electrification facility as a major contributor to the development of energy solutions across the region.

Inauguration Event

To commemorate the opening of the HVDC Competence Center, GE Vernova hosted an open dialogue about the pressing challenges of today’s grid and energy landscape, inviting speakers from the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action and the Senate Department for Economic Affairs, Energy and Public Enterprises, as well as representatives from GE Vernova to discuss Germany’s energy future and its path toward a sustainable and reliable energy supply.

 

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GE Vernova is dedicated to advancing Germany’s energy transition through advanced infrastructure technologies, services, and a robust presence of over 25,000 employees across Europe. With nine locations across Germany, GE Vernova conducts production, research, and development focused on energy transition solutions, including onshore and offshore wind turbines, transformers, medium and low voltage converters, and hydrogen-capable gas-fired power plants.

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This document contains forward-looking statements – that is, statements related to future events that by their nature address matters that are, to different degrees, uncertain. These forward-looking statements address GE Vernova's expected future business and financial performance, and the expected performance of its products, the impact of its services and the results they may generate or produce, and often contain words such as “expect,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “plan,” “believe,” “seek,” “see,” “will,” “would,” “estimate,” “forecast,” “target,” “preliminary,” or “range.” Forward-looking statements by their nature address matters that are, to different degrees, uncertain, such as statements about planned and potential transactions, investments or projects and their expected results and the impacts of macroeconomic and market conditions and volatility on business operations, financial results and financial position and on the global supply chain and world economy.

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 Electrification segment includes Grid Solutions, Power Conversion, Solar and Storage Solutions, —collectively referred to as Electrification Systems —and digital technologies, referred to as Electrification Software. The solutions offered by this segment are essential for the transmission, distribution, conversion, storage, and orchestration of electricity from point of generation to point of consumption.

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GE Vernova Provides GridOS® Orchestration Software to Help West African Power Pool (WAPP) Facilitate Energy Exchange Among Its Member States

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LAGOS, Nigeria, October 24, 2024 – GE Vernova Inc. (NYSE: GEV) today announced that its GridOS® orchestration software is deployed in the newly completed Information and Coordination Centre (ICC) in Abomey-Calavi, Benin for the West African Power Pool (WAPP), a groundbreaking initiative aimed at transforming the region’s energy landscape. The recently inaugurated ICC will serve as the centralized command centre for the mainland member countries of the Economic Community of West Africa States (ECOWAS), overseeing the interconnected power grids of 14 nations, namely Benin, Burkina-Faso, Côte d’Ivoire, The Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Mali, Niger, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone, and Togo. This milestone marks a significant step towards establishing a unified power market across the region, paving the way for a more reliable, sustainable, and affordable energy infrastructure for West Africa.

According to the International Energy Agency (IEA) Africa Energy Outlook 2022 report¹, Africa's GDP is expected to grow by an average of 4.6% per year between 2022 and 2040. This economic growth is expected to drive up energy demand by 2.8% per year, with electricity consumption expected to double by 2040. By expanding power capacity, enhancing forecasting capabilities, and ensuring a seamless balance between generation and demand across borders, the West Africa Power Pool powered by the ICC is bridging the gap between energy needs and reliable supply.

The ICC is a state-of-the art facility equipped with the latest electric grid management technologies. Elements of GE Vernova’s GridOS software portfolio are deployed in the facility to enable more secure, reliable grid orchestration. The software is designed to help utilities achieve the resiliency and flexibility needed for a more sustainable energy grid. The ICC is using several of the portfolio’s intelligent grid applications, including:

  • Energy Management System (EMS) engineered for dispatching
  • Wide Area Monitoring System (WAMS) designed for grid stability
  • Advanced Market Management System designed to support the trading of power among ECOWAS countries

The ICC technology platform has also been upgraded with GE Vernova’s GridOS forecasting solution to enhance the value of Variable Renewable Energy (VRE) on the electricity market with advanced forecasting and ramping tools. Through this integration, engineers will have near real-time access to data on energy flow across the WAPP interconnected network, enabling them to monitor, analyze, and optimize the distribution of power.

"We are honored to partner with WAPP in their mission to promote and develop power generation and transmission infrastructures, as well as to coordinate power exchange among the ECOWAS member states. Our GridOS portfolio provides the ICC with modern software capabilities to automate grid operations and help increase the energy transaction rate across the region, helping overcome energy challenges in the ECOWAS zone," said Mahesh Sudhakaran, General Manager for GE Vernova’s Grid Software business.

GE Vernova has long worked with national electric utilities and regional power pools from the region, helping them adopt best-in-class technologies for grid modernization. In November 2022, the Southern African Power Pool (SAPP) inaugurated a new Coordination Control Center equipped with the latest Energy Management System (EMS) from GE Vernova’s Grid Software business. With more projects underway, GE Vernova is proud to be contributing to the energy transition in Africa.

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This document contains forward-looking statements – that is, statements related to future events that by their nature address matters that are, to different degrees, uncertain. These forward-looking statements often address GE Vernova’s expected future business and financial performance and financial condition, and the expected performance of its products, the impact of its services and the results they may generate or produce, often contain words such as “expect,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “plan,” “believe,” “seek,” “see,” “will,” “would,” “estimate,” “forecast,” “target,” “preliminary,” or “range.” Forward-looking statements by their nature address matters that are, to different degrees, uncertain, such as statements about planned and potential transactions, investments or projects and their expected results and the impacts of macroeconomic and market conditions and volatility on the Company’s business operations, financial results and financial position and on the global supply chain and world economy.

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 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. Learn more: GE Vernova and LinkedIn. GE Vernova’s Electrification Software business is focused on delivering the intelligent applications and insights needed to accelerate electrification and decarbonization across the entire energy ecosystem – from how it’s created, how it’s orchestrated, to how it’s consumed. Its Grid Software business and GridOS® portfolio is trusted by global utilities to orchestrate a more sustainable energy grid and help deliver reliable and affordable electricity to their customers.

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GE Vernova secures contract for U.S. Navy's advanced propulsion load system testing

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  • GE Vernova to supply the Propulsion Load Systems (PLS) for testing the U.S. Navy’s next generation, advanced surface vessels

  • The contract will support the testing of shipboard propulsion systems for the U.S. Navy’s FFG-62 Class frigates and the future DDG(X) navy vessels in a controlled land-based environment to mitigate risks and provide crew training

  • Award builds on GE Vernova’s technical expertise in electrical power conversion, which includes complex load testing systems for naval applications

CAMBRIDGE, Mass. October 03, 2024 – GE Vernova Inc. (NYSE: GEV) today announced that its Power Conversion business has secured a contract to develop and deliver a Propulsion Load System (PLS) for the U.S. Navy’s land-based testing facilities to support a new generation of advanced naval surface vessels. These systems are planned to be used to rigorously test the performance and reliability of shipboard propulsion systems in a controlled, land-based environment before deployment at sea.

Contract Overview

The scope of the contract, which was booked in the second quarter of 2024, includes the design, manufacturing, delivery, and installation of two independent PLS units at a U.S. Navy facility over a three-year period. The program and the facility, managed by the Naval Surface Warfare Center Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD), will serve as the primary site for testing and qualification of propulsion systems for a new generation of advanced naval vessels, such as the FFG-62 and DDG(X).  By simulating real-world shipboard conditions, the PLS is designed to help reduce technical risks, streamline development timelines, and train future crews, providing a strategic advantage to the Navy.

The system is expected to incorporate a full suite of power conversion technologies, including propulsion load electric motors, E-houses, power electronic motor drives, switchboards, motor control centers, load banks, transformers, and related essential infrastructure.

“GE Vernova is proud to contribute to the U.S. Navy’s future naval capabilities by delivering innovative testing solutions that help lower the technology risk and prepare crews for the next generation of surface vessels,” said Ed Torres, Business Line Leader of GE Vernova’s Power Conversion Business. “This contract reflects our commitment to advancing naval technology through reliable, efficient propulsion load management systems.”

Technological Significance:

The contract further solidifies GE Vernova’s leadership in providing more energy-efficient electric propulsion technologies for complex naval applications. With over 40 U.S. Navy and U.S. Coast Guard vessel references, decades of experience with land-based test facilities, and successful integration of similar systems in programs such as the Columbia Class and Zumwalt Class, GE Vernova continues to demonstrate its expertise in this field.

Program Background

The award comes from the US Navy’s Program Executive Office (PEO) Ships under the program offices PMS 515 (frigates) and PMS 460 (DDG(X) program), with technical and programmatic ownership by the NSWC. The agreement, administered through the Maritime Sustainment Technology and Innovation Consortium (MSTIC) and managed by Advanced Technology International (ATI) is the largest agreement awarded to date on the MSTIC Other Transaction Authority (OTA).

This is GE Vernova Power Conversion’s first Other Transaction Authority (OTA) award. OTAs provide the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and other government agencies with the flexibility needed to carry out innovation, prototype, research, and production programs by adapting and incorporating business practices that align with commercial industry standards. They promote flexible, faster, and more cost-effective product design and execution.

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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 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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GE Vernova expands facilities in Stafford, UK, to support growing demand for HVDC Technology

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  • New investments are anticipated to double valve manufacturing capacity and enhance HVDC transformer production.

  • Expansion supports renewable energy projects across Europe, Asia and North America and accelerates the UK’s energy transition.

  • The company is hiring hundreds of additional engineers and skilled employees locally to support valve assembly and testing. 

Stafford, UK (September 24, 2024) – GE Vernova Inc. (NYSE: GEV) today announced the expansion of its existing manufacturing facilities in Stafford, UK. The expansion is aimed at supporting the fast-growing demand for High-Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) transmission systems that will help power renewable energy projects throughout Europe, Asia and North America, while also supporting the UK’s energy transition.

The expansion focuses on two key sites of its Electrification Systems’ Grid Solutions business in Stafford:

  • Stafford HVDC Facility at Redhill – HVDC and Flexible AC Transmission Systems (FACTS) valves: This facility is anticipated to double its valve manufacturing capacity to support the growing demand for HVDC systems with the installation of an additional Voltage-Sourced Converter (VSC) valve assembly line. The valves, considered the "heart" of an HVDC converter station, enable the optimal transmission of power from offshore wind farms and other renewable energy sources to the grid.
  • Stafford Transformer Facility at Lichfield Rd – HVDC converter transformers: This site will undergo significant upgrades to boost capacity and enhance its ability to produce HVDC converter transformers, critical for integrating renewable energy into the grid. Transformers produced at this site have recently been installed in the North Sea to support the 1.4 GW Sofia Offshore Wind Farm.  

"Helping our customers deliver sustainable, affordable, and reliable energy to people worldwide is central to GE Vernova’s mission," said Philippe Piron, CEO of GE Vernova’s Electrification Systems business. "By expanding our Stafford operations, we are strengthening our ability to support the energy transition in the UK and the rest of the world and creating new jobs as a result.”

This expansion marks GE Vernova’s second major round of investment in its Stafford site. In 2018, the company constructed one of the world’s most advanced HVDC valve test facilities and a control system testing facility, which now supports large-scale testing and validation of HVDC systems for projects across Europe and beyond.

As part of this expansion, GE Vernova’s Grid Solutions business expects to have created around 600 new jobs in the UK from 2023 to the end of 2025, including hundreds of engineers and skilled craftsmen to support the assembly and testing of the valves.

GE Vernova’s Grid Solutions business recently signed an agreement to supply HVDC systems for five of TenneT’s offshore wind projects. These projects are part of the Dutch-German Transmission System Operator’s goal to connect 40 GW of offshore wind farms to the high voltage grids in the Netherlands and Germany. The valves and the transformers technology for these projects are planned to be manufactured at the Stafford facilities, further emphasizing the strategic role of these sites in Europe’s energy transition.

GE Vernova operates three manufacturing sites in Stafford. In addition to the HVDC site and the Transformer site, the UK’s only large-scale grid manufacturing facility, it also has a Grid Automation site at Redhill. The ongoing expansion ensures that Stafford continues to be a critical hub for the production of clean energy technologies, supporting both local and overseas energy needs.

GE Vernova has 120 years of experience in the UK, with more than 30% of the UK’s electricity generation through its equipment. Outside of Stafford, GE Vernova runs another major manufacturing facility in Rugby.  

 

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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 launches 2000 Vdc utility-scale solar inverter with multi-megawatt pilot in North America

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  • GE Vernova introduces the 6 MVA 2000 Vdc inverter, designed to reduce costs and enhance scalability in utility-scale solar.

  • The new inverter will debut in a multi-megawatt solar park in North America as a pilot installation, expected to be operational by Q1 2025.

  • GE Vernova is collaborating with Shoals Technologies, and an industry PV module supplier for the multi-megawatt solar park.

CAMBRIDGE, Mass. (September 11, 2024) – GE Vernova Inc. (NYSE: GEV) today announced the launch of its new 6 MVA, 2000-volt direct current utility-scale inverter, with a multi-megawatt pilot installation in North America. This initiative is aimed at further reducing solar energy costs and accelerating the transition to renewable energy and decarbonization.

A History of Innovation in Solar Inverters
In 2012, GE Vernova was the first to introduce the 1500 Vdc inverter to the market, helping customers reduce the cost of renewable energy through more efficient solar farm layouts. Now, with the 2000 Vdc architecture, the company is once again leading the way by further reducing the levelized cost of energy (LCoE) for solar PV installations. The inverter can boost power output by 30% within the same footprint, reducing costs and improving scalability for solar farms.

“At GE Vernova, we are driving the next generation of utility-scale solar solutions,” said Ed Torres, Business Leader, GE Vernova Solar & Storage Solutions business. “Inverters are critical to increasing solar capacity and ensuring efficient energy conversion. Our latest innovations will help solar farms maximize output and reliability, playing a key role in meeting growing energy demands and advancing renewable energy adoption.”

Solar inverters are key components of photovoltaic (PV) plants. The technology converts DC power produced by solar panels to AC power, which is then fed into the main grid. The FLEXINVERTER 2000 Vdc (also known as FLEXINVERTER 2 kVdc) is the latest addition to GE Vernova’s FLEXINVERTER portfolio.

Collaborating for a Renewable Future
GE Vernova’s FLEXINVERTER 2000 Vdc is set to debut in a multi-megawatt solar park as a pilot installation in North America, expected to be operational by Q1 2025. The company is collaborating with Shoals Technologies Group™ and an industry PV module supplier on this project. GE Vernova will provide the 2000 Vdc inverter for the solar park, while Shoals Technologies will supply the electrical balance of system solutions. The other collaborating supplier will provide the PV modules.

“We’re thrilled to be part of this collaboration with other solar innovation leaders,” said Jeff Tolnar, President of Shoals Technologies Group. “We believe this effort moves the market towards an even lower cost of solar deployments which we anticipate will spur adoption and further advance solar as the most economical alternative to fossil fuels.”

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More details about GE Vernova’s FLEXINVERTER 2000 Vdc can be found here.

Forward Looking Statements
This document contains forward-looking statements – that is, statements related to future events that by their nature address matters that are, to different degrees, uncertain. These forward-looking statements address GE Vernova's expected future business and financial performance, and the expected performance of its products, the impact of its services and the results they may generate or produce, and often contain words such as “expect,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “plan,” “believe,” “seek,” “see,” “will,” “would,” “estimate,” “forecast,” “target,” “preliminary,” or “range.” Forward-looking statements by their nature address matters that are, to different degrees, uncertain, such as statements about planned and potential transactions, investments or projects and their expected results and the impacts of macroeconomic and market conditions and volatility on business operations, financial results and financial position and on the global supply chain and world economy.

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 Solar & Storage Solutions business provides technologies in solar energy, battery energy storage, and power plant controls to drive dispatchable and reliable renewable energy solutions and to help with the transition to a cleaner energy future.

About Shoals Technologies
Shoals Technologies Group is a leading provider of electrical balance of systems (“EBOS”) solutions for the energy transition market. Since its founding in 1996, the Company has introduced innovative technologies and systems solutions that allow its customers to substantially increase installation efficiency and safety while improving system performance and reliability. Shoals Technologies Group is a recognized leader in the renewable energy industry. For additional information, please visit: https://www.shoals.com.

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GE Vernova launches advanced containerized solution for Battery Enabled Energy Storage (BESS)

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  • GE Vernova launches RESTORE DC Block, a modular BESS solution offering enhanced safety, efficiency, and long-term performance for utility-scale projects.

  • With a capacity of 5MWh and a duration range of 2-8 hours, it offers energy providers with an enhanced energy storage solution, improved grid resilience, reduced costs, and optimized renewable energy integration.

  • Flexible installation and advanced technology ensure reliable performance and scalability in various environments.

CAMBRIDGE, Mass. (September 10, 2024) – GE Vernova Inc. (NYSE: GEV) today announced the launch of its advanced containerized solution for Battery Enabled Energy Storage (BESS) - the RESTORE DC Block - which offers enhanced safety, efficiency, flexibility, and long-term performance. With a capacity of 5MWh and enhanced duration range of 2-8 hours, the solution offers the ability to support multiple grid use cases for utility-scale renewable and energy storage projects.

RESTORE DC Block is a core component of GE Vernova’s FLEXRESERVOIR solution - an integrated system combining battery storage, power electronics, and advanced controls - that is designed to support seamless integration of renewable energy sources like solar and wind. By storing surplus energy during periods of high generation and releasing it when demand peaks, it ensures a more reliable and efficient grid.

“Our new RESTORE DC Block is engineered not only to meet the stringent technical requirements of modern grids but also to prioritize safety, quality, delivery, and cost,” said Ed Torres, Business Leader, GE Vernova’s Solar & Storage Solutions business. “This solution demonstrates our ongoing commitment to driving the energy transition by offering flexible, high-performance storage solutions that enhance renewable energy integration while driving down the Levelized Cost of Storage (LCOS).”

Key features of the RESTORE DC Block include:

Safety First: Equipped with comprehensive fire protection systems, the RESTORE DC Block ensures a high standard of safety. The system is designed to mitigate potential hazards while offering defense against cyber threats, ensuring more secure and reliable operations in all environments.

Advanced Digital Technology: Integrated intelligent thermal management and high-speed edge analytics provide precise monitoring of the system’s state-of-charge, state-of-health, and state-of-safety, enhancing operational efficiency and reliability. The system also features zero-touch commissioning for quick, hassle-free deployment.

Performance and Longevity: Powered by liquid-cooled LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate) cells, the RESTORE DC Block delivers an industry-leading 93%+ round-trip efficiency (RTE), is capable of executing multiple back-to-back cycles, and is designed to offer consistent performance over a 25-year life. It operates reliably in a broad range of temperatures from -30°C to 50°C, making it suitable for diverse climates and geographies.

Flexible Installation & Augmentation: The system is designed for versatility, supporting back-to-back and side-to-side configurations to optimize space. It also features both AC and DC augmentation options, allowing for customized scalability with a usage-based capacity guarantee.

The RESTORE DC Block can empower utility companies, renewable energy developers, and grid operators by delivering greater grid resilience, reducing energy costs, and optimizing renewable energy integration, thereby accelerating the transition to a dispatchable clean energy future.

For more information about the RESTORE DC Block and how it can support energy needs, visit our website

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This document contains forward-looking statements – that is, statements related to future events that by their nature address matters that are, to different degrees, uncertain. These forward-looking statements address GE Vernova's expected future business and financial performance, and the expected performance of its products, the impact of its services and the results they may generate or produce, and often contain words such as “expect,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “plan,” “believe,” “seek,” “see,” “will,” “would,” “estimate,” “forecast,” “target,” “preliminary,” or “range.” Forward-looking statements by their nature address matters that are, to different degrees, uncertain, such as statements about planned and potential transactions, investments or projects and their expected results and the impacts of macroeconomic and market conditions and volatility on business operations, financial results and financial position and on the global supply chain and world economy.

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 Solar & Storage Solutions business provides technologies in solar energy, battery energy storage, and power plant controls to drive dispatchable and reliable renewable energy solutions and to help with the transition to a cleaner energy future.

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Grid Solutions, a GE Vernova business, launches GRiDEA: a new decarbonization Grid Solutions portfolio at CIGRE

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  • Grid Solutions, a GE Vernova business, introduces the GRiDEA portfolio, which aims to decarbonize power transmission.

  • The portfolio features advanced SF6-free equipment, significantly cutting CO2 equivalent emissions compared to traditional SF6 switchgear.

  • GRiDEA also focuses on reducing raw material usage, extending equipment lifespan and improving grid efficiency. 

Paris, France (Aug 26, 2024) – GE Vernova (NYSE:GEV) today announced the launch of Grid Solutions’ GRiDEA portfolio, a comprehensive suite of  innovative solutions aimed at decarbonizing the electrical grid and supporting the transition to a more sustainable energy future. The new portfolio was unveiled at CIGRE in Paris, the world’s leading power systems event, where GE Vernova is showcasing its advanced electrification technology.

A Decarbonization Milestone

GRiDEA offers grid operators a range of solutions to reduce SF6 emissions and raw material usage, contributing to the global decarbonization effort.

At the core of the GRiDEA portfolio are high-voltage SF6-free products, including g3, one of the company’s alternative technologies to SF6, allowing for a 99% COequivalent reduction of the gas contribution to global warming compared to traditional SF6 equipment. Grid Solutions offers a wide range of SF6-free switchgear up to 420 kV.

In addition, the GRiDEA portfolio has been enhanced with another gaseous SF6-free technology for live tank circuit breakers, which allows the switchgear to operate in extremely low temperature environments.

A Commitment to Sustainable Practices

GE Vernova is committed to minimizing the environmental impact of its products throughout their entire lifecycle. Grid Solutions’ GRiDEA portfolio will include solutions that:

  • Feature less raw materials thanks to the use of recycled materials like copper, aluminum and oil, as well as the replacement of copper wiring with fiber optics.
  • Extend equipment lifespan through advanced monitoring systems and control switching devices, along with retrofit and modernization services to enhance long-term sustainability.
  • Optimize the design and efficiency of transmission and distribution infrastructure, focusing on smaller, lighter, and more efficient products.

Philippe Piron, CEO of GE Vernova’s Electrification Systems business, emphasized the significance of this launch, saying, “The GRiDEA portfolio is more than just a suite of products; it’s proof of our commitment to driving the energy transition forward. By providing grid operators with solutions that not only reduce emissions but also improve efficiency, we’re enabling a future where electrification and sustainability go hand in hand.”

Eric Chaussin, GE Vernova’s Power Transmission business leader, added: “As the global grid evolves, it’s crucial that we equip our customers with solutions that are both innovative and adaptable. GRiDEA represents our dedication to delivering technology that meets the immediate needs of today while anticipating the challenges of tomorrow. This portfolio is designed to support our customers in their efforts to build a more resilient, low-carbon grid.”

Trusted Innovation for an Electric Future

The electrical grid is undergoing significant transformation, driven by the need to electrify while reducing carbon emissions. GE Vernova understands the importance of this shift and is committed to supporting it through the GRiDEA portfolio. This range of products and solutions is designed not only to meet current needs but also to anticipate future industry and environmental challenges.

With the launch of GRiDEA at CIGRE, GE Vernova is setting a new standard for grid transmission infrastructure, digitalization and sustainability. The portfolio reflects the company’s commitment to innovation and carbon reduction, providing grid operators with the equipment they need to contribute to a more sustainable energy future.

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Complete portfolio of GRiDEA can be found here.

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This document contains forward-looking statements – that is, statements related to future events that by their nature address matters that are, to different degrees, uncertain. These forward-looking statements address GE Vernova's expected future business and financial performance, and the expected performance of its products, the impact of its services and the results they may generate or produce, and often contain words such as “expect,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “plan,” “believe,” “seek,” “see,” “will,” “would,” “estimate,” “forecast,” “target,” “preliminary,” or “range.” Forward-looking statements by their nature address matters that are, to different degrees, uncertain, such as statements about planned and potential transactions, investments or projects and their expected results and the impacts of macroeconomic and market conditions and volatility on business operations, financial results and financial position and on the global supply chain and world economy.

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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