Sustainable actions in the interest of society

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We ensure a secure, reliable and effi cient grid

One of Elia Group’s core tasks is to transport energy in an affordable and efficient way from where it is generated to where it is consumed. Our investment projects anticipate the further integration of renewable energy, increasing international cooperation and the emergence of innovative technologies. As an enabler of the energy transition, Elia Group is therefore preparing its infrastructure for the system of the future. At the same time, we continue to ensure system stability which provides a safe and reliable power supply throughout both countries, the whole year round.

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To cope with the changing context of the energy transition, Elia Group is developing new maintenance policies aimed at maximising grid availability, smoothing out peaks in equipment replacement and minimising costs. The Group is drawing on new technologies and methods to move to a system of decision-making based on the condition of equipment, rather than just a predetermined maintenance or replacement frequency.

Electrical infrastructure is and always will be dangerous. That is why safety is our top priority in all that we undertake. As part of our commitment to safety, Elia Group is working towards a zero accident rate. Continuous development of technical, managerial and behavioural competencies is therefore a core responsibility of our Competence Centre.

By striving towards operational excellence in all that we do, Elia Group is able to ensure a secure, reliable and effi cient grid for all our stakeholders, while supporting economic development at a European level.

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RELIABILITY RATE OF THE GRID (ELIA)

“At Elia Group, we invest in our talents. They are the cornerstone of our asset management and operation & maintenance practices. Yet again in 2018, they played a key role in setting a record year regarding the availability of the system, replacing a phase shifter transformer in less than three months (transport from Germany included), and erecting a temporary pylon in a few days just to name a few.”

Frédéric Dunon –Chief Asset Offi cer at Elia

OUR AMBITIONS

Facilitating the energy transition while ensuring a reliable grid 24/7

As more and more generation capacity from renewable energy sources is installed, maintaining the balance and ensuring a highly reliable electricity grid becomes a particularly challenging task. As a system operator, we aim to maximise the availability of our electricity system and keep the lights on at all times to support economic activity and the wellbeing of the population. To this end, we constantly optimise our critical and strategic processes in order to minimise operational risks. At the same time, we strive for effi ciency and cost effectiveness. Implementing improved asset management while applying the highest safety standards

A sophisticated asset management strategy has been put in place to closely monitor the functioning of critical infrastructure components. Investment peaks are levelled out thanks to a balanced maintenance and replacement policy. As working methods evolve, staff need training to help them develop the requisite skills and techniques. We provide professional training courses and apply the highest safety standards so our staff and contractors have a safe working environment. More information on our safety programmes can be found on pages 88 - 91.

18,990 km

ELIA GROUP MANAGES 18,990 KM OF HIGH VOLTAGES LINES & CABLES

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OBJECTIVES

We are preparing the system of the future, integrating high levels of renewable energy and new types of consumption in a secure way, while keeping the lights on and giving the market maximum use of our infrastructure.