Gwarinpa GIS Substation Project

132/33kV Gas Insulated Substation • Abuja • 2023

Project Overview

Design, construction, and commissioning of a state-of-the-art 132/33kV Gas Insulated Substation (GIS) in Gwarinpa, Abuja to address growing electricity demand in the metropolitan area.

Client

Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN)

Location

Gwarinpa, Abuja

Duration

18 Months

Value

₦2.8 Billion

Gwarinpa GIS Substation

Challenges & Solutions

Urban Space Constraints

Limited space in densely populated area required compact GIS technology instead of conventional AIS.

Environmental Considerations

Implemented advanced environmental protection measures and noise reduction systems.

Technical Complexity

Deployed specialized engineering team with GIS technology expertise and rigorous testing protocols.

Project Results

300MVA

Increased Transmission Capacity

50%

Space Saving vs Conventional AIS

250,000+

Households Served

0

Lost Time Injuries