Hitachi Energy India has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Tamil Nadu to invest approximately ₹1,000 crore over the next three to five years, reinforcing the state’s position as a leading destination for advanced energy technologies and high-value manufacturing.
The MoU was signed in the presence of the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, C. Joseph Vijay.
As part of the investment, Hitachi Energy India will create around 1,000 high-value technical jobs by expanding its Global Technology and Innovation Center (GTIC) in Chennai. The company will also establish a new manufacturing facility dedicated to semiconductor-based HVAC-to-HVDC conversion equipment, supporting the growing demand for advanced power transmission technologies.
The investment is expected to strengthen India’s capabilities in high-voltage direct current (HVDC) technology, a critical component for integrating renewable energy into the power grid and enabling efficient long-distance electricity transmission.
Hitachi Energy already has a strong footprint in Tamil Nadu through its Global Technology and Innovation Center in Chennai and its HVDC valve manufacturing facility in Chengalpattu. The new investment further expands the company’s presence while reinforcing Tamil Nadu’s emergence as a global hub for advanced power technologies, engineering innovation, and clean energy solutions.
The initiative aligns with the Tamil Nadu Government’s vision of promoting advanced manufacturing, deep technology, and sustainable industrial growth, while supporting India’s transition towards a modern, resilient, and low-carbon energy infrastructure.