CIGRE 2026
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The CIGRE Energy Forum 2026, hosted by AltaLink, is a global platform for energy expertise, dialogue, innovation, and collaboration. This unique forum will bring together the key players in the electric power systems sector: business leaders, system operators, manufacturers, engineers, policymakers, regulators, and academics. Exciting new research will be shared, challenges and opportunities will be discussed, and numerous networking opportunities will enable exchanges with leading professionals from across the energy sector.
Theme:
Grid Modernization: Enabling Large Loads, Advanced Storage, and Smart Technologies for a Secure and Resilient Energy Future
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Composite Power Group will be exhibiting at CIGRE 2026 and will be represented by a team comprising our vendor partners, the Composite Power Group West team, and key company stakeholders.
Exhibiting with us - in BOOTH 402
COIL Innovation is a technology leader in the design and manufacture of air-core dry-type reactors for medium-, high- and extra-high-voltage applications. Its solutions support critical grid applications including current limiting, harmonic filtering, FACTS and HVDC systems. Engineered and manufactured in Austria, COIL Innovation's reactors are designed for high reliability, efficiency and virtually maintenance-free operation.
Copperweld is a global leader in bimetallic conductors, combining the conductivity and corrosion resistance of copper with the strength and durability of steel. Its copper-clad steel grounding solutions help utilities build more resilient substation and transmission grounding systems while providing excellent fault-current performance, long service life and increased resistance to copper theft.
Hellenic Cables is a leading provider of high voltage and extra high voltage cables with cross linked polyethylene (XLPE) insulation with nominal voltage up to 500kV, and turnkey solutions worldwide, servicing the markets of energy transmission and distribution, renewables and offshore wind, telecom and data networks, construction and industry
Implosive Sleeves Corporation brings more than 30 years of experience in conductor splicing, offering an innovative alternative to conventional hydraulic compression. Its implosive connectors provide reliable, high-strength connections for overhead transmission conductors and are available for full-tension splices, dead ends and jumper terminals. With manufacturing in Ontario, ISC also provides training, field support and assistance with the specialized requirements associated with implosive splicing.
Northern Transformer is a Canadian manufacturer of liquid-filled power transformers serving utilities, renewable energy projects and industrial customers across North America. Its current Maple, Ontario facility manufactures transformers up to 100 MVA and 240 kV, while its new Innisfil facility will expand capabilities to transformers up to 750 MVA and 500 kV. Northern combines proven transformer technology with Canadian engineering and manufacturing expertise.
Sentient Energy specializes in intelligent sensing, data analytics, optimization, and control technologies for electrical distribution grids. Their solutions empower electric utilities to make data-driven decisions, enhancing power delivery's safety, reliability, and efficiency.
Sentient Energy offers hardware and software systems that provide real-time monitoring and analytics. These tools assist utilities in predicting outages, mitigating wildfire risks, monitoring underground infrastructure, controlling grid edge operations, measuring harmonics, detecting faults, and monitoring systems and assets.
Stein Industries is a Canadian manufacturer of engineered electrical apparatus and transformer solutions. Its portfolio includes three-phase and single-phase power transformers, padmount transformers, grounding transformers, transit rectifier transformers, autotransformers and current-limiting reactors. Based in London, Ontario, Stein specializes in working with customers to develop equipment around their specific electrical and application requirements.
Tridelta provides a diverse range of surge arresters for high-voltage applications up to 800 kV. Their offerings include the reliable SB types with porcelain housing, as well as the SBKC and SBKT models featuring silicone housing. Tridelta Meidensha is a joint venture company formed by Tridelta and Meidensha Corporation to produce and supply high-quality surge arresters and other electrical equipment for power systems.
Valmont Utility provides engineered structures and solutions for electrical transmission and distribution infrastructure. Its extensive portfolio includes steel, concrete and hybrid transmission poles, transmission towers, distribution poles and specialty structures designed for demanding utility applications. Backed by extensive engineering and manufacturing capabilities, Valmont helps utilities develop durable, efficient structural solutions for both new infrastructure and grid modernization projects.
Featured Vendors - Exhibiting in various booths
Dynamic Ratings provides condition monitoring and asset management solutions that help utilities better understand the health and performance of critical electrical infrastructure. Its monitoring technologies support transformers, circuit breakers, cables and other high-value assets, providing actionable data that can help utilities identify developing issues, optimize maintenance strategies, extend asset life and improve overall grid reliability.
PLP (Preformed Line Products) designs and manufactures products and systems used to construct, protect and maintain critical overhead and underground utility infrastructure. Its extensive portfolio includes conductor and cable accessories, line hardware, wildlife protection, fibre-optic solutions and substation products. With decades of experience serving utilities around the world, PLP delivers engineered solutions focused on reliability, installation efficiency and long-term performance.
Ritz Instrument Transformers is a leading manufacturer of instrument transformers and sensors for electrical power measurement and protection applications. Its portfolio includes current and voltage transformers, combined instrument transformers and low-power instrument transformers for medium- and high-voltage systems. With extensive engineering and manufacturing expertise, Ritz provides accurate and reliable measurement solutions for substations, utilities and other demanding power-system applications.
Southern States designs and manufactures high-voltage switching equipment and innovative solutions for electric utilities. Its portfolio includes disconnect switches, circuit switchers, line and load switching products, as well as specialized solutions for transmission and substation applications. With a strong focus on grid reliability and operational performance, Southern States helps utilities safely control, protect and modernize critical high-voltage infrastructure.
We are looking forward to seeing you at the show!
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