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Paris – September 03, 2026 -- CHINT, a global provider of integrated power and energy solutions, presented a full portfolio of grid modernization technologies at CIGRE 2026 in Paris, targeting utilities grappling with surging electricity demand from AI infrastructure and data centers.

CHINT unveils 1,000 kV low-loss transformers and SF6-free switchgear for European grids

Under its Green Power Grid & High Voltage line, the company displayed 1,000 kV low-loss, low-noise oil-immersed power transformers and 750 kV natural ester oil-immersed transformers. It also showcased SF6-free medium- and high-voltage switchgear, including 24 kV, 145 kV and 420 kV gas-insulated switchgear (GIS), positioned as environmentally compliant alternatives amid tightening sustainability requirements across European power networks.

Paris – September 03, 2026 -- CHINT presented a portfolio of high-voltage transformers, SF6-free switchgear and data center power systems at CIGRE 2026, targeting Europe's grid operators as they contend with surging AI-driven electricity demand.

CHINT displays 1,000 kV and 750 kV transformer technology for high-voltage transmission

Under its Green Power Grid & High Voltage lineup, the company showcased 1,000 kV low-loss, low-noise oil-immersed power transformers alongside 750 kV natural ester oil-immersed units. It also presented SF6-free medium- and high-voltage switchgear, including 24 kV, 145 kV and 420 kV SF6-free gas-insulated switchgear (GIS), aimed at cutting environmental impact in grid infrastructure.

Abu Dhabi, UAE – September 03, 2026 -- ePointZero, a subsidiary of 2PointZero Group, has agreed to acquire a 90% stake in Azura Power Holdings, a pan-African independent power producer with 752 MW of operating capacity across Nigeria, Senegal and Mozambique.

ePointZero enters African power generation via a 752 MW operating platform

The deal marks ePointZero's first entry into African power generation, acquiring the ownership stakes previously held by Actis and Africa50 through a new acquisition vehicle formed with Amaya Capital. Azura Power's founding partner, Amaya Capital, will retain a 10% minority interest, having built the platform since 2010.

Hong Kong – September 03, 2026 -- PetroChina Company Limited reported profit attributable to owners of RMB 103.94 billion for the first half of 2026, up 22.0% year-on-year and marking the first time the company's half-year net profit has exceeded RMB 100 billion. Revenue reached RMB 1,527.49 billion, a 5.3% increase, while basic earnings per share stood at RMB 0.57.

Hong Kong – September 03, 2026 -- PetroChina Company Limited reported first-half 2026 revenue of RMB 1,527.49 billion, up 5.3% year-on-year, with profit attributable to owners reaching RMB 103.94 billion, a 22.0% increase that marks the first time the company has exceeded RMB 100 billion in profit within a half-year period. Basic earnings per share stood at RMB 0.57.