Schneider Electric Expands Its Operations To Tanzania

Schneider Electric expanded its operations to Tanzania with a fully fledged team, office in Dar-es-Salaam, and a state-of-the-art fabrication yard capable of assembling containerized substation solutions. The company is set to serve the region’s growing infrastructure and energy needs.

Following the expansion, Schneider Electric will work with its partners in the region to develop containerized substations, also known as box-type substations. These prefabricated units integrate the low-voltage PRISMA distribution switchboard, solar chargers, inverters, and other key components into one or more standard containers – making them highly recommended to serve different industries in the region.

With Tanzania’s electricity access rate at approximately 45.8 percent, and urban areas experiencing 71 percent electrification while rural communities lag at 23 percent, Schneider Electric is actively working to bridge this gap through innovative and sustainable energy solutions.

Speaking while visiting the newly commissioned yard, the Executive Vice President in charge of International Operations Manish Pant said that Africa is important in the global energy transition and Schneider Electric’s entrance into Tanzania is timely.

“Africa stands at a pivotal moment in the global energy transition, and Schneider Electric is committed to accelerating access to clean, reliable, and affordable energy across the continent. In Tanzania, we are not just investing in technology but also in people empowering partners, upskilling them to serve the market and drive sustainable impact,” Pant noted.

On his part, the Region’s General Manager for Business Projects & Services in Tanzania, Josiah Habwe, said that Schneider Electric ensures that its partners are well-skilled and equipped to provide solutions that meet international standards.

“This collaboration accelerates the adoption of sustainable energy solutions and supports well-skilled and equipped to provide solutions that meet international standards.our commitment to providing tailored, high-quality solutions that support the country’s infrastructure and industrial growth,” Habwe said.

With the right technologies and partner capabilities, Schneider Electric has the capacity to play a crucial role in addressing the energy challenges in Tanzania.