Engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) firm Hartek Group has secured a contract worth Rs 1.38 billion from state-owned POWERGRID for the development of a 400 kilovolt (kV) substation in Karnataka.

In a statement issued on Wednesday, the company said the project will be delivered under the Tariff-Based Competitive Bidding (TBCB) route and will involve the design, engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning of an Air Insulated Switchgear (AIS) substation.

The comprehensive scope includes testing at the manufacturer’s works, supply, unloading, storage, erection, and commissioning, ensuring a complete turnkey solution.

Simarpreet Singh, Executive Director and CEO of Hartek Group, said, “The development of the 400kV AIS substation reinforces Hartek’s strength in high-voltage transmission infrastructure and supports India’s renewable energy goals. This project will bolster the national grid and contribute to the country's green energy transition.”

Hartek is a prominent EPC player in the power and renewable infrastructure sector, delivering solutions that align with India's sustainable development priorities.