| Since the mighty iron water wheels gave way to modern hydro electric equipment the business of Voith Siemens Hydro Power Generation has flourished. From turnkey power plants to financial services, from project development to engineering and design, from a comprehensive line of products to life cycle services, Voith Siemens Hydro is prepared to fulfill the needs of the power producing industry all over the world.
Harnessing the natural power of water and putting it to work for humanity has always been our fascinating corporate mission. And there are many reasons why now, more than ever, the future belongs to clean, environmentally friendly hydropower. Global demand for electricity is increasing by two or three per cent annually, and by five to six per cent in the high-growth countries of Asia. A growing world population, striving for better quality of life, simply must have a reliable supply of electricity. Forward-looking electrical utilities are choosing renewable, environmentally compatible energy sources. The enormous, untapped hydropower potential that exists in many regions of the world embodies opportunities and challenges.
To cope with this, challenges require our entire strengths. A worldwide network of engineering, manufacturing and service organizations together with our proven skills in optimized project planning and execution will continue to assure the high levels of quality that our customers have come to expect.
Now our combined strengths ensure a comprehensive total-system solution to our customers' needs. |
