President Aliyev opens new substation in Lachin District.
President Aliyev Inaugurates New Substation in Lachin District
President Ilham Aliyev of Azerbaijan visited the Lachin district on May 27 to attend the inauguration of a new substation owned by the Azerenergy OJSC. The 110/35/10 kV “Gorchu” substation includes a 110 kV switchyard and a Digital Control Center. It has been fully automated thanks to a SCADA dispatch control system, and two new 25 MVA transformers were installed in the substation.
The president was briefed on the work done at the station by the president of Azerenergy OJSC, Baba Rzayev. The substation will play a crucial role in the electricity supply of the international airport being built in the nearby area, Lachin and Kalbajar mega projects, and various residential, tourism, and agriculture infrastructure.
The “Gorchu” substation is expected to be a significant step in improving the country’s electricity infrastructure, and the efforts of the Azerenergy OJSC in this regard are commendable. The inauguration of the substation was an essential moment to mark the hard work behind the completion of this project.
President Ilham Aliyev praised the efforts of the Azerenergy OJSC and emphasized the immense benefits the substation would bring to the region. He reiterated the importance of energy security in the country, particularly emphasizing Azerbaijan’s position as a leading energy exporter.
The new substation will significantly contribute to the country’s sustainable development by creating new jobs and facilitating economic growth in the region. It is expected to operate efficiently and has the potential to supply electricity to other cities and towns beyond the region.
In conclusion, the inauguration of the “Gorchu” substation was a significant milestone for Azerbaijan’s electricity infrastructure. It is an excellent example of the government’s efforts in delivering much-needed infrastructure projects to the country and a critical step towards energy security.
