Bilfinger is steadily strengthening its position in the Norwegian hydropower market, demonstrating significant growth since 2023/24 and clear ambitions for further expansion. The company offers comprehensive and competitive solutions for hydropower – from engineering through to fully installed and maintained facilities.
One Partner for Mechanical Equipment in Waterways (MUV)
Bilfinger delivers complete solutions within mechanical equipment for waterways in hydropower plants (MUV), including:
intake and dam gates
trash racks and rack cleaning systems
gates and access solutions
outlet and post-turbine components
surface treatment and concrete maintenance
We provide integrated services covering engineering, fabrication, installation, electrical and automation work, as well as maintenance within the MUV segment.
Within this scope, customers benefit from a single partner ensuring strong collaboration, efficient project execution, and high quality.
Meeting Growing Market Demand
Norwegian hydropower is facing extensive upgrade requirements. Aging infrastructure and stricter demands related to safety, flood management, and climate adaptation are driving the need for modernization and capacity improvements.
Bilfinger supports power producers with:
rehabilitation and lifetime extension
upgrades in line with new regulatory requirements
tailored solutions based on functional specifications
Combining Local Experience with International Expertise
With roots dating back to the Hydro era, Bilfinger has built solid expertise in hydropower. At the same time, its delivery capabilities are strengthened through collaboration with international Bilfinger units specializing in advanced design and engineering.
This provides customers with:
proven local execution capability
international expertise in complex solutions
qualified deliveries to leading operators such as Statkraft and Hafslund
Deliveries Across Norway
Bilfinger is involved in projects throughout the country, ranging from smaller upgrades to large-scale developments. Selected examples include:
modernization at Klosterfoss, Skjefstadfoss, and Usta
deliveries to Svean hydropower plant
rehabilitation projects at Svartisen and Øvre Røssåga
These projects are often carried out over several years and include both new installations and extensive maintenance work.
Proven Execution – Even in Challenging Conditions
Bilfinger has broad experience with projects in demanding environments, including:
work in steep penstocks and deep shafts
remote sites without road access, requiring helicopter logistics
complex HSE and execution requirements
This makes Bilfinger a robust and reliable partner – even in the most challenging conditions.
For more information about our deliveries to the hydropower market, please feel free to contact our Project Manager, Thor Inge Skov, at: thor.inge.skov@bilfinger.com
