Siemens’ Gridscale X to Accelerate Digital Transformation in Malta
Siemens and Enemalta will join forces to digitally transform its grid infrastructure with Siemens’ Gridscale X software platform. Levering the software’s low-voltage management capabilities, Enemalta aims to enhance its service, by reducing outage times for more than 450,000 people and enabling more efficient network management to reduce grid congestion and capacity constraints.
Enemalta, the leading energy services provider in the Maltese Islands, is responsible for distribution of electricity and development of the national distribution grid. Malta has recently faced significant electricity challenges driven by extreme weather. In 2023, a major heatwave brought record-high temperatures, leading to increased electricity demand for air conditioning, and widespread power outages across the country. Enemalta mobilized resources to restore power, achieving stability after several intensive days of repairs. Recognizing that physical network reinforcements alone would not suffice, Enemalta identified the necessity for a comprehensive software solution to enhance operational and planning capabilities.
“Grid congestion has become a real threat to the energy transition. That’s why we are proud to be working with Enemalta to address their key operational challenges, moving from reactive maintenance to predictive management. With Gridscale X, Enemalta will be able to take the next steps towards improved grid reliability and service for people in Malta. Together, we are advancing the standards for digital transformation in the energy sector,” said Sabine Erlinghagen, CEO of Siemens Grid Software.
“Malta is ramping up second generation smart meter coverage. With additional data unlocked, it will be possible to manage grids on a new dimension. We are delighted to be partnering with Siemens to modernize the grid of Malta with next-generation software and improve reliability for our customers. With Siemens’ expertise and technology, we can enhance the network’s digital capabilities, and lay the groundwork for future innovations, including flexibility management,” added Ryan Fava, Executive Chairman of Enemalta.
About Gridscale X
Gridscale X is a platform that paves the way for autonomous grid management. It is part of Siemens Xcelerator, an open digital business platform that enables customers to accelerate their digital transformation easier, faster, and at scale. Siemens’ Gridscale X platform offers powerful capabilities designed to bring transparency into the low-voltage network. By utilizing data from smart meters, the solution proactively detects outages, visualizes grid congestion, and delivers actionable insights through advanced analytics.
The pilot phase at Enemalta is expected to begin in November 2024, followed by a longer rollout over the next three years, ultimately leading to full grid modernization.
Siemens Smart Infrastructure (SI) is shaping the market for intelligent, adaptive infrastructure for today and the future. It addresses the pressing challenges of urbanization and climate change by connecting energy systems, buildings, and industries. SI provides customers with a comprehensive end-to-end portfolio from a single source – with products, systems, solutions, and services from the point of power generation all the way to consumption. With an increasingly digitalized ecosystem, it helps customers thrive and communities progress while contributing toward protecting the planet. Siemens Smart Infrastructure has its global headquarters in Zug, Switzerland. As of September 30, 2024, the business had around 78,500 employees worldwide.
