CIGRE Paris Session 2026

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Palais des Congres, Paris

Palais des Congres, Paris

The global power industry will gather in Paris Aug. 23-28 for the 2026 CIGRE Paris Session, bringing together nearly 15,000 participants from more than 100 countries to discuss the technical, operational, and strategic challenges shaping the future of electricity systems.

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Experts at CIGRE emphasized the necessity of a unified approach to power system development, including expanding manufacturing, innovation, and establishing stable regulatory ...
Aug. 28, 2026
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The new F35g 170-kV GIS by GE Vernova marks a step in sustainable electrical infrastructure, offering a high-voltage, SF₆-free solution designed for urban and space-constrained...
Aug. 25, 2026
The new EconiQ lineup addresses the global push to phase out SF6 gas by offering environmentally friendly high-voltage equipment with increased voltage and current ratings, supporting...
Aug. 24, 2026
The 2026 CIGRE Paris Session gathers nearly 15,000 global power industry experts to discuss innovations, operational challenges, and strategic solutions for evolving electricity...
July 31, 2026
The ACCC Plus Conductor features a higher-strength core, enabling longer spans and better clearance management, providing utilities with increased design flexibility and optimized...
Aug. 25, 2026

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The transition will not be achieved through slogans or isolated projects. It will require a systemic approach grounded in engineering reality.
April 30, 2026
Konstantin Papailiou considers the worldwide “overhead lines society” to be like a big family.
Oct. 2, 2014