Québec appuie Hitachi Énergie Canada pour renforcer la sécurité énergétique
September 29, 2025
4 min read
Gouvernement du Québec
AI Article Summary
The Quebec government is investing $16 million to support the expansion of Hitachi Energy Canada's high-power transformer manufacturing plant in Varennes. This project aims to triple annual production and create over 500 jobs by 2034. The assistance also includes a 15-megawatt allocation by Hydro-Québec to meet the company's energy needs.
What This Means for Canadian Contractors
This project demonstrates how financial and energy support can drive industrial expansion and local employment, crucial for Canadian contractors. For Quebec builders, this means increased opportunities in the supply chain and prefabrication, particularly in the energy and infrastructure industries. Additionally, the increase in production can positively influence project costs and timelines regionally.
