Hartek Group Surpasses 10 GW Milestone

30 Sep 2024 CW Team

Hartek Group, a leading player in India's Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) sector, has surpassed a combined capacity of 10 GW across its various business units. This milestone highlights the company’s crucial role in bolstering grid infrastructure and contributing to India’s renewable energy transition. Hartek’s Power System, Transmission & Distribution (T&D) division has built EHV/HV substations up to 400 KV, crucial for large Independent Power Producers (IPPs) and utilities, helping manage the increasing influx of renewable energy into the grid.

The Solar EPC division of Hartek collaborates with developers to offer complete turnkey solutions for ground-mounted and rooftop solar projects. Notably, the company ranks among the top four rooftop solar providers in India. Recent projects include a 765 KV power systems project awarded by Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (PGCIL) and a 300 MW solar EPC project valued at ?500 crore from a major IPP.

Executive Director and CEO Simarpreet Singh highlighted the company’s unique ability to manage a broad spectrum of energy projects, including a 765 KV substation, a 300 MW solar EPC project, and a 10 MW rooftop solar project for a commercial and industrial (C&I) customer. Singh reaffirmed Hartek’s commitment to building a sustainable future and meeting net-zero targets.

Looking forward, Hartek Group has set an ambitious goal of achieving ?10,000 crore in revenue by 2030. With over 30 years of experience in the power sector, the company is strengthening its presence across the power value chain, continuing its mission to drive India’s energy future.

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