05.04.2026, 1817 Zeichen

Andritz: AXIA Energia has entrusted Austrian based technology group ANDRITZ with a major automation modernization contract for the Itumbiara hydropower plant. With six generating units totaling 2,082 MW, Itumbiara is one of Brazil’s largest hydropower plants. The project will enhance operational reliability, safety, and efficiency. The order has a value in the lower double-digit million-euro range and is included in ANDRITZ’s order intake for the fourth quarter of 2025. The Itumbiara plant, located on the border between the Brazilian states of Goiás and Minas Gerais, has been in continuous operation since 1980. The contract covers the complete renewal of the plant’s protection, control, and supervision systems, as well as voltage and speed governors, mechanical components, and related equipment.

Palfinger: PALFINGER, global provider of innovative crane and lifting solutions, today announced a strategic technology collaboration with ICON, a U.S. based pioneer in robotic 3D printing construction. The collaboration marks an important step in extending PALFINGER’s expertise into large‑size robotics and digital manufacturing, opening up new opportunities at the intersection of construction, automation and industrial production. A core element of the large-size robot system “Titan” is the PALFINGER Special Lifting Solutions, which enables the precise positioning, stability and scalability required for large‑size robotic 3D printing systems. By combining ICON’s advanced 3D printing technology with PALFINGER’s engineering know‑how, the collaboration lays the foundation for scalable solutions that address global megatrends such as labor scarcity, sustainability and the growing demand for affordable housing.

(From the 21st Austria weekly https://www.boerse-social.com/21staustria (23/03/2026)

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