Power Transformer Limitations in a High-Demand Environment: Digital Solutions for Asset Managers

Grid operators face challenges to serve rising energy demand, manage ageing fleets and integrate renewables. With long lead times for new transformers, proactive strategies like refurbishment with retrofit digitalization, condition-based maintenance, and AI-assisted fleet management are essential. This presentation shares recent experience from real transformer failures and outlines practical approaches to extend useful asset life, manage risks, and enhance grid reliability through the latest digital tools available.