Hydropower
Aker Solutions has been a cornerstone supplier in “water-to-wire” hydropower for over 150 years. We build new turbines, refurbish and upgrade existing equipment, and supply hydropower controls that help utilities companies and clean-energy developers optimize their hydropower plants.
Advancing Hydropower Technology
Aker Solutions is a turnkey supplier for the hydropower industry, designing high-quality solutions, managing projects and delivering electro-mechanical technology to build and run hydropower plants.
Trusted brands
Our technology builds on renowned brands that guarantee durability and performance, pioneering innovation and lasting quality. Norway relies on hydroelectricity for 90% of its energy needs. Our solutions underpin a significant part of its hydro-power market.
- Hymatek control products
- Kværner turbines
Global projects, local presence
Our global experts, specialist teams and advanced facilities support customers worldwide with cutting-edge hydropower solutions.
- Tranby Hydropower Technology Centre: Advanced manufacturing and technology hub specializing in machining, welding, assembly, testing, and surface treatment.
- Trondheim Turbine Laboratory: Dedicated to world-leading research and development on turbine technology and performance optimization.
Worldclass hydropower fabrication & service
The Aker Solutions state-of-the-art Hydropower Centre at Tranby is home to Northern Europe’s largest vertical millturn machine for hydropower components and a fully equipped full-service workshop.
- Feichter five-axis vertical millturn machine
12-meter turning diameter
6-meter table diameter
120-ton maximum table capacity
Advanced five-axis milling, boring, and threading capabilities - Comprehensive surface treatment line
Dedicated washing, sandblasting, painting, and drying sections - Advanced welding facilities
Dedicated areas for stainless and carbon steel
Robotic and manual welding capabilities - Full-service workshop
CNC machining, assembly, and testing for hydropower components
Building on our hydropower legacy
Aker Solutions has a long history in hydropower, and our technology is installed in hydropower plants worldwide. However, it is our ongoing investment in renewal and innovation that keep us at the forefront of performance, reliability, and sustainability.
Watch our video above to learn more:
Engineering net-zero via hydropower, the forgotten clean electricity giant
