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Press Release11 December 2025Smart InfrastructureZug, Switzerland
Siemens boosts grid availability with comprehensive transparency
Headquarters of the energy supply company Energie Wasser Chur, Switzerland
Easy installation into existing grid infrastructure for maximum reliability
Over the
next two years, IBC will equip 200 transformer stations and 290 distribution
cabinets with smart, bidirectional Sentron 3NA6 COM low-voltage
high-performance (NH) fuses and Sicam Enhanced Grid sensors from Siemens. The
Electrification X IoT suite is a central application that provides continuous
access to grid data, analyses based on key performance indicators, and
automated alarm messages. This increases responsiveness and improves control. One
of the biggest benefits of the solution is that it’s easy to integrate into
existing infrastructure without costly installation. At the same time, it
enables small to large energy suppliers to create data-driven transparency,
optimize operational decisions, and make future expansion measures more
efficient.
“Availability and reliability are paramount for every grid operator. Data-driven
transparency enables proactive operation and is essential for the resilient
grid of the future. With our technology, we can increase usable grid capacity
by up to 30 percent,” said Stephan May, CEO of
Electrification and Automation at Siemens Smart Infrastructure. “We look forward to
supporting Chur on its path to climate neutrality by 2040.”
Fit for the future: maximum cybersecurity and supply reliability
Encrypted
data transmission is ensured through a certificate-based protocol that meets
the highest cybersecurity requirements. Using the Distribution Grid Monitoring
software, which is part of Electrification X, grid operators can detect load
peaks early on, take targeted countermeasures, and plan investments
efficiently. Continuous monitoring and automated alarming increase supply
reliability, reduce downtimes, and improve maintenance efficiency.
“The energy
transition is causing major bottlenecks in terms of capacity utilization and
voltage quality. With Siemens’ technology, we can push ahead with
digitalization at grid level 7 in an economical, safe, and reliable way, while
keeping future supply power needs firmly in focus,” said Radoje Krstic,
Protection Technology Specialist at IBC.
By 2040,
Chur aims to become a climate-neutral city in the field of energy.
Approximately 88
percent of electricity already comes from renewable sources.
For this press release
Siemens Smart Infrastructure (SI) is shaping the market for intelligent, adaptive infrastructure for today and the future. It addresses the pressing challenges of urbanization and climate change by connecting energy systems, buildings, and industries. SI provides customers with a comprehensive end-to-end portfolio from a single source – with products, systems, solutions, and services from the point of power generation all the way to consumption. With an increasingly digitalized ecosystem, it helps customers thrive and communities progress while contributing toward protecting the planet. To protect this journey, we foster holistic cybersecurity to ensure secure and reliable operations. Siemens Smart Infrastructure has its global headquarters in Zug, Switzerland. As of September 30, 2025, the business had around 79,400 employees worldwide.
Siemens AG (Berlin and Munich) is a leading technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, mobility, and healthcare. The company’s purpose is to create technology to transform the everyday, for everyone. By combining the real and the digital worlds, Siemens empowers customers to accelerate their digital and sustainability transformations, making factories more efficient, cities more livable, and transportation more sustainable. A leader in industrial AI, Siemens leverages its deep domain know-how to apply AI – including generative AI – to real-world applications, making AI accessible and impactful for customers across diverse industries. Siemens also owns a majority stake in the publicly listed company Siemens Healthineers, a leading global medical technology provider pioneering breakthroughs in healthcare. For everyone. Everywhere. Sustainably. In fiscal 2025, which ended on September 30, 2025, the Siemens Group generated revenue of €78.9 billion and net income of €10.4 billion. As of September 30, 2025, the company employed around 318,000 people worldwide on the basis of continuing operations. Further information is available on the Internet at www.siemens.com.