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Enhancing distribution grid management system functionality and cybersecurity

Kärnten Netz upgrades to Spectrum Power 7 for enhanced grid reliability and security

Enhancing distribution grid management system functionality and cybersecurity

Kärnten Netz upgrades to Spectrum Power 7 for enhanced grid reliability and security

Power Utilities

KNG-Kärnten Netz GmbH

Klagenfurt Austria

Kärtnen Netz GmbH

Klagenfurt,

Austria

Sustainability

Securing sustainable and reliable supply for more than 235,000 customers
Need to reinforce protection of grid infrastructure from increasing number of cyberattacks on OT networks
NIS2 directive compliance required by law in Europe
Adaptation of grid management system to meet the requirements of the energy transition

Migration of existing Spectrum Power 4 system to Spectrum Power 7
System based on a future-proof virtualized hardware configuration
Project extensions reduced by 80% compared to initial specifications
Annual system updates, security notifications and patches, as well as maintenance and support for nine years
Integrated network analysis
Outage management system
Short-term load forecast
ICCP interface to APG (TSO)

“It is a major invest, but the upgrade to Spectrum Power 7 ADMS allows us to integrate important functionalities for ensuring a reliable supply for our customers, especially in the light of future challenges. Regular system upgrades will keep the system secure and up to date. By partnering with Siemens, we are well-positioned for the next steps of the energy transition.”

Dr. Robert Schmaranz, Head of System Operation & Gas / Technical Services, Kärnten Netz (KNG)

Standardized hardware system configuration ensures security by design, fast deployment, high system availability, and easy updates
Regular system updates result in a more predictable resource allocation and minimized operational disruptions
Enabling integrated system analysis across transmission and distribution voltage levels for improved planning and operations
Easy implementation of additional functionality in the future (e.g., flexibility management, power flow for MV) with Gridscale X portfolio

Control center Kärtnen Netz GmbH