The contract includes engineering, supply and construction of a 420 kV switchgear installation for the new substation.

“We greatly appreciate the trust Statnett has placed in us. We are proud to play a role in this important project to upgrade the central power grid, where we can fully utilise our expertise and experience,” says Tormod Solberg, EVP at AF Gruppen.

Design and procurement activities will commence as soon as the contract is signed, with installation scheduled for 2027.

AF Gruppen completed the acquisition of 80 percent of the shares in Eviny Solutions AS in September. The remaining 20 percent of the company’s shares are owned by Eviny AS. Eviny Solutions changed its name to AF Elkraft on 14 November.