August 18, 2026 01:13 pm (IST)
Follow us:
ABB wins Rs.172 crore order to strengthen Bangladesh power grid
Bangalore, Sept 29 (IBNS): Power and automation technology group ABB has won an order worth around Rs.172 crore from Power Grid Company of Bangladesh Limited (PGCB), to provide four new turnkey substations and help expand six others, to enhance transmission capacity and boost power supply to meet growing demand for electricity.
The four new 132/33kV substations will be constructed at Rangamati, Khagrachori, Bianbazar and Sunamganj.
Additionally, six existing substations will undergo expansion. This initiative is part of the country's ongoing Power Systems Expansion and Efficiency Improvement Program, aimed at upgrading the country's generation, transmission and distribution systems to increase capacity, improve efficiency, enhance power reliability and reduce environmental impact.
It is estimated that 450,000 households will receive new power connections through this program, and carbon emissions be reduced by almost 2.5 million tons per year.
ABB's project scope includes design, supply, installation and commissioning of the substations.
Key ABB product supplies include power transformers, high and medium voltage switchgear, control and protection equipment and substation automation systems conforming to global IEC 61850 open communication standards.
"Developing countries have the opportunity to directly adopt technologically advanced infrastructure that deliver greater efficiency and have a smaller carbon footprint," said Bazmi Husain, Country Manager, ABB India.
"Our portfolio, based on experience and expertise earned over the last century, enables mitigation of environmental challenges while boosting power reliability," he said.
"We are happy to partner with ABB as we invest in strengthening the country's power infrastructure for the future, and hope to benefit from technology leadership they have to offer." said Masum-Al-Beruni Managing Director of PGCB.
ABB has previously executed several projects including a 230kV switchyard, 132/33kV substations and 230/132kV substations and is presently executing a 230kV substation at Bibiyana for PGCB, Bangladesh.
Support Our Journalism
We cannot do without you.. your contribution supports unbiased journalism
IBNS is not driven by any ism- not wokeism, not racism, not skewed secularism, not hyper right-wing or left liberal ideals, nor by any hardline religious beliefs or hyper nationalism. We want to serve you good old objective news, as they are. We do not judge or preach. We let people decide for themselves. We only try to present factual and well-sourced news.
Support objective journalism for a small contribution.
Latest Headlines
BPCL flags off first extreme weather grade diesel rake from Bina Refinery to power Indian Army’s high-altitude operations
Mon, Aug 17 2026
Chief Economic Adviser backs E10 option for older vehicles as E20 fuel transition sparks debate
Mon, Aug 17 2026
L&T secures ultra-mega order for strategic offshore development project in Middle East
Mon, Aug 17 2026
Mahindra launches BLAZO i-TRK: All details inside
Sun, Aug 16 2026
Reliance Industries, Rolls-Royce join hands to explore indigenous engine for India’s AMCA fighter
Sat, Aug 15 2026
BSNL’s Independence Day gift: Re 1 Recharge, 412-Day Plan and 500 Free TV Channels. Check now
Sat, Aug 15 2026
Emami’s big snack bet: ₹750 crore investment, new WeMe brand targets ₹1,000 crore in 3-5 years
Sat, Aug 15 2026