Norway’s Elvia partners with Siemens to increase grid capacity

Norwegian distribution system operator, Elvia will use Siemens’ software as a service (SaaS) product, LV Insights X, to automate processes and handle grid complexity in the low voltage grid.

Siemens’ software has been deployed to the Norwegian DSO with the goal of future-proofing its distribution grid management.

Siemens’ LV Insights X, and advanced distribution management system, Spectrum PowerTM 7 ADMS (advanced distribution management system), are now operational and will provide Elvia with relevant insights to flexibly manage its grid and increase capacity.

According to Siemens in a release, the SaaS will enable Elvia to leverage existing data and create a digital twin to monitor the status of the grid, resulting in optimised outage management for cost-savings and improved grid stability.

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“Our low voltage software, LV Insights X, empowers grid operators to gain full transparency over their grid and increase capacity by identifying critical segments,” stated Sabine Erlinghagen, CEO of Siemens Grid Software.

“Having now been deployed at Elvia, the software will enable the company to tackle its most pressing challenges, gain valuable insights to make fast decisions and increase customer satisfaction.”

During the product’s rollout, Elvia alongside additional European DSOs, tested prototypes of the software to develop user-centric solutions.

Said Erik Jansen, head of grid operations of Elvia: “We needed an innovative approach to develop a future-proof next-generation grid management solution in Norway. Working with Siemens, we deployed an advanced and future-proof product within weeks that will help us to accelerate and handle the energy transition.

“With increased flexibility and oversight over our grid, we can now manage our low-voltage system in a much more efficient manner – from planning to operations and maintenance.”