Press Release Toshiba to Deploy EtaPROTM AI-Driven Monitoring System at 165 Power Plants in India
Toshiba to Deploy EtaPROTM AI-Driven Monitoring System at 165 Power Plants in India
Supporting NTPC's Operational Efficiency and Stable Power Supply With Predictive Analytics
Kawasaki, Japan - Toshiba Energy Systems & Solutions Corporation (Toshiba) today announced that Toshiba JSW Power Systems Private Ltd. (Toshiba JSW), its Indian subsidiary for engineering, manufacturing, and servicing power plant equipment, has signed a contract with NTPC Limited, India's state-owned power generation company, for the provision of a centralized monitoring system for 165 thermal and renewable energy power plants owned and operated by NTPC or its joint ventures, including plants currently at the planning stage.
This contract marks NTPC's first deployment of a plant monitoring solution of this kind. Scheduled to commence operation in spring 2027, the system will also integrate EtaPRO™, Toshiba's advanced plant monitoring software, which has a proven track record and currently supports 763 GW of power generation capacity in more than 60 countries worldwide.
While India is currently responding to rapid economic growth with a national plan to expand its power generation capacity from 399 GW in 2022 to 900 GW by 2032*, there are concerns to meet current power requirements and ensure secure supply, which is driving strong demand for currently operating plants to secure stable operation and high reliability. Introduction of Toshiba's monitoring system will enhance operational efficiency and ensure a stable power supply, while also enabling faster, more precise maintenance services.
This system uses AI to analyze real-time operational data collected from sensors installed in individual power plants. It delivers early detection of signs of abnormality in plant equipment, and carries out root cause analysis to prevent unwanted consequences. The system also uses the monitored data to automate and manage maintenance processes, significantly reducing the occurrence and duration of plant shutdowns. It also analyzes data accumulated over time, and uses the results to enhance the accuracy of anomaly prediction and to improve maintenance efficiency.
System Concept Diagram
“Toshiba JSW is driving digital transformation in power generation with EtaPRO, an IoT platform that enhances plant efficiency and reliability,” said Daisuke Murata, Managing Director of Toshiba JSW. “With this latest order from our esteemed customer, NTPC, we are proud to contribute to India’s energy transformation journey by delivering efficient solutions, embracing digital innovation, and reinforcing manufacturing excellence. Through Make in India, and strong Toshiba Group collaboration, Toshiba JSW will continue to support sustainable and resilient energy infrastructure in India.”
Toshiba Group continues to develop new solutions by integrating advanced digital technologies with its established engineering expertise and service portfolio, delivering value to both domestic and international markets. It aims to win further orders from power generation companies by supporting them in taking on specific challenges and issues, and by doing so will contribute to stable energy supply, the promotion of carbon neutrality, and the advance to a circular economy.
*Source: National Electricity Plan (Vol I: Generation), March 2023, Government of India
About Toshiba Energy Systems & Solutions Corporation
Toshiba Energy Systems & Solutions Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of Toshiba Corporation, handles Toshiba Group’s energy businesses. With its long experience and expertise in a wide range of power generation and transmission systems, and in energy management technologies, the company delivers innovative, reliable, and efficient energy solutions across the globe.
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