Amprion GmbH is one of Germany’s four transmission system operators (TSOs). The company plans, operates, and expands the extra‑high‑voltage electricity grid (380/220 kV) across multiple federal states, connecting large power plants, industrial sites, and regional distribution networks. Its grid forms a backbone of the country’s power system, linking major load centers and supporting cross‑border electricity flows within the European market.
Amprion’s core tasks include real‑time system operation, grid planning and reinforcement, and the provision of ancillary services such as frequency control and voltage management to maintain stability. The company facilitates the integration of renewable energy and the electrification of industry by developing new transmission capacity and coordinating balancing energy. For energy‑intensive sectors, including chemicals, Amprion’s reliable transmission services and grid expansion programs are critical to secure power supply and support Germany’s energy transition.
Two 114 m cooling towers were demolished at 11:00; ~15,000 t of concrete will be recycled for site backfill. Demolition used a coordinated safety plan; no resident evacuations.
RWE plans €35B investments by 2031, boosting capacity to 65 GW. Focus on US and Germany, with 10% annual dividend growth. Earnings per share to rise from €2.48 to €4.40.
The 400 MW battery storage in Lingen will stabilize the grid, deliver max output for 2 hours, and support renewable energy integration. Completion is set for 2028.
RWE and Apollo form a JV for Amprion's grid expansion, with Apollo investing €3.2 billion. RWE retains control and will reinvest over the next decade.
The joint venture will invest €3.2 billion in Amprion's grid expansion, with RWE retaining operational control. Completion is expected in Q4 2025, pending regulatory approval.
Cooling tower F at Scholven was demolished, with concrete recycled on-site. Future plans include an H₂-ready gas plant, focusing on decarbonization and energy security.
