GE Vernova Secures Contract to Modernize Dinorwig Hydropower Plant in Wales

GE Vernova has been awarded a contract by First Hydro Company, a joint venture between ENGIE and La Caisse, to modernize two pumped storage generating units at the Dinorwig hydropower station in North Wales. The project is part of an extensive long-term program aimed at extending the plant's operational life by over 25 years. This initiative supports grid stability and renewable energy integration across the UK. The contract involves upgrading motor generators, pump turbines, control systems, and power supply infrastructure. Components will be sourced from multiple European locations including France, Switzerland, Germany, Spain, and others. The project highlights GE Vernova's technical expertise in hydropower solutions and its role in supporting major energy infrastructure upgrades across Europe.

By Fiona Craig Tue, July 28, 2026 at 3:36 PM GMT+3 2 min read · Yahoo Finance ·

GE Vernova Secures Contract to Modernize Dinorwig Hydropower Plant in Wales

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