The contract was awarded at a final value of EUR97.88 million, excluding VAT, to ELECTROMONTAJ S.A., together with subcontractors ELIN MOTOREN GmbH, VOITH HYDRO GmbH & Co. KG and BUTAN GRUP S.R.L.
The refurbishment of the three high-power pumping stations: Petrimanu, Jidoaia and Lotru (downstream of Dorin Pavel HPP) represents one of the most significant investments in Hidroelectrica’s energy infrastructure in recent years, with a direct impact on increasing energy efficiency, operational flexibility, and the balancing capacity of the National Power System.
The project will extend the service life of the pumping installations by at least 30 years, improve the performance of the electromechanical equipment and control systems, and integrate modern automation and digital control technologies compatible with the SCADA/EMS standards used within the company. In addition, the refurbishment will enhance the rapid response capability of the National Power System in situations of energy imbalance and enable better integration of renewable energy generation.
Hidroelectrica is Romania’s largest producer of renewable electricity and one of the most important players in the South-East European energy sector. With an installed capacity of over 6.3 GW in hydropower plants, complemented by the Crucea wind farm, the company contributes to national energy security and to achieving the EU’s decarbonization objectives.
Through its 2025–2030 investment plan, Hidroelectrica aims to modernize its entire hydropower infrastructure, develop new renewable capacities – hydro, solar, wind and storage, and strengthen its regional position as an integrated green energy producer.