GE Vernova said it will be enhancing its manufacturing and engineering capabilities in India with an investment of $16 million. Targeting advanced grid technologies crucial for stable and sustainable power delivery, the move aligns with India’s growing demand for energy infrastructure as well as global trends in grid modernization.
The investment, to be executed by GE Vernova T&D India, encompasses the establishment of a new manufacturing line at the Chennai facility and a new engineering and test lab in Noida. Both sites are pivotal to scaling the company’s production of High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) and Flexible Alternating Current Transmission Systems (FACTS) technologies — systems essential for integrating renewable energy sources and reducing transmission losses.
Why This Matters for Tech Professionals
For tech professionals specializing in energy systems, power electronics, and grid technology, GE Vernova’s initiative signifies an expanding market for advanced grid components. The planned manufacturing line in Chennai will focus on producing Line Commutated Converter (LCC) HVDC valves and Voltage Source Converter (VSC) STATCOM valves — critical components for long-distance power transmission and grid stability.
Meanwhile, the Noida engineering and test lab will not only validate these systems under real-world grid conditions but also bolster R&D capabilities in the region. Expected to be operational by the end of 2025, the lab represents a strategic hub for control systems engineering, digital grid solutions, and quality assurance testing.
Strategic Implications and Opportunities
Localized Manufacturing: GE Vernova’s focus on the “Asia for Asia” strategy is a clear indicator of its intent to establish regional supply chain resilience. This initiative will likely drive demand for skilled engineers specializing in HVDC, FACTS, and control systems—areas currently in high demand.
Grid Modernization & Renewable Integration: With energy consumption rising and renewables accounting for a larger share of the energy mix, India’s grid infrastructure requires substantial upgrades. Tech professionals adept in HVDC and FACTS technologies will find a growing market for their expertise as utilities prioritize efficient, low-loss power transmission systems.
Sustainability Focus: The Chennai and Noida facilities are part of GE Vernova’s $4 billion capex plan through 2028, emphasizing sustainable, scalable, and digitally enhanced grid solutions. The company’s alignment with India’s renewable energy ambitions underscores opportunities for engineers and developers focused on integrating digital solutions in power systems.
Industry Perspective
Johan Bindele, VP of Grid Systems Integration at GE Vernova, said: “GE Vernova’s Electrification equipment backlog has more than tripled over the past year — driven by strong demand for transformers, switchgear, and grid technologies including HVDC and FACTS. These new expansions are aimed at enhancing our capabilities in the region, helping reduce supply chain dependencies, and allowing us to deliver faster, smarter solutions to customers in India and around the world.”
Sandeep Zanzaria, Managing Director and CEO of GE Vernova T&D India, said: “With energy demand rising and more renewables being added to the grid, the need for strong, smart, and flexible infrastructure has never been greater. Through this investment, we are strengthening our ability to deliver technologies that help utilities move more power, with fewer losses, over longer distances—and do it more sustainably.”
GE Vernova earlier said it invested $0.2 billion in capital expenditures to expand capacity in Power and Electrification, aligning with its $4 billion capex plan through 2028. It also announced plans to invest nearly $0.6 billion in U.S. factories and facilities over the next two years. Additionally, it allocated $0.2 billion to R&D for energy transition technologies, contributing to its $5 billion R&D commitment through 2028.
GE Vernova’s investment marks a strategic expansion of India’s role in the global power systems landscape. With new manufacturing and testing capabilities, the company is poised to not only support India’s ambitious renewable energy targets but also serve export markets demanding advanced grid technologies. For engineers and tech experts in the power sector, this initiative presents a timely opportunity to engage in cutting-edge projects at the intersection of power electronics, digital grid solutions, and sustainable infrastructure development.
Baburajan Kizhakedath