Athens, Greece – July 2026 – A delegation from Chengdu Forster Technology Co., Ltd., a leading Chinese hydro turbine manufacturer based in Sichuan, recently completed a week-long site visit to a hydropower facility in Greece equipped with a 2.2MW axial-flow hydroelectric generating unit. The visit marks an important milestone in Forster’s ongoing European market expansion strategy and reflects the company’s deepening engagement with renewable energy partners across the Balkan and Mediterranean regions.
A Milestone in Greek Hydropower
The Greek facility, situated in a region characterized by its rugged terrain and abundant water resources, represents a significant addition to the country’s renewable energy infrastructure. Greece’s mountainous landscape, with its numerous lakes and rivers, offers substantial untapped hydroelectric potential, making it an ideal market for small to medium-scale hydropower solutions. The 2.2MW axial-flow turbine—a type of reaction turbine commonly used for low-head, high-flowrate applications—was specifically selected for its ability to efficiently harness the site’s hydraulic conditions.
Axial-flow turbines, also known as propeller or Kaplan-type turbines, feature a propeller-like runner with three to six fixed blades mounted on a central shaft, through which water flows parallel to the shaft axis. These turbines are ideal for sites with low to medium head and large flow rates, making them a versatile and widely applicable solution for diverse hydropower projects.
The Forster Team’s On-Site Engagement
The Forster delegation, comprising senior engineers, project managers, and technical specialists, conducted a comprehensive assessment of the installation’s performance. The team toured the facility’s turbine hall, control room, and intake structures, engaging in detailed technical discussions with local plant operators and project developers.
During the visit, the Forster team reviewed the turbine’s operational data, including efficiency metrics, flow rates, and grid integration performance. The 2.2MW unit demonstrated stable and efficient operation, consistently meeting the project’s design specifications. The turbine’s advanced design ensures high efficiency—exceeding 95% in many configurations—and reliable performance under varying load conditions.
“The Greek market is of strategic importance to Forster,” said a senior representative of the delegation. “This visit allowed us to witness firsthand the exceptional performance of our equipment in a real-world operational environment. The success of this project reinforces our commitment to delivering high-performance hydroelectric solutions tailored to the unique requirements of each site.”
Technical Excellence and European Expansion
Forster’s 2.2MW axial-flow turbine is part of the company’s comprehensive product portfolio, which includes Pelton, Francis, Kaplan, Turgo, and bulb tubular turbines, with unit capacities ranging from 20KW to 10MW. The company, founded in 1956 and formerly a subsidiary of China’s Ministry of Machinery Industry, has over six decades of experience in the design and manufacture of small and medium-sized hydroelectric generating equipment.
The delivery to Greece follows Forster’s successful shipment of a 2.2MW Pelton turbine to a client in Eastern Europe and a custom-engineered 1.4MW twin-jet Pelton turbine to a prominent renewable energy developer in Greece. These projects underscore Forster’s growing presence in the European renewable energy market, driven by EU directives mandating a significant increase in the share of renewable energy.
Strengthening Balkan Partnerships
The Greek site visit was part of a broader tour of Balkan partners aimed at strengthening energy cooperation across the region. The Balkan region, situated at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, has experienced rapid infrastructure development in recent years, leading to growing demand for energy equipment such as hydro turbines.
During their tour, the Forster team held face-to-face meetings with local partners, reviewed past collaborative projects, and conducted on-site visits to operational facilities. Partners highly praised the outstanding performance of Forster’s hydro turbines, particularly in a 2MW small-scale hydropower plant project, where the stable and efficient operation of the turbines played a crucial role in ensuring smooth progress and significantly enhancing power generation efficiency while reducing operational costs.
A Sustainable Future
As global demand for clean, reliable hydropower continues to grow, Forster remains committed to delivering cutting-edge technology with uncompromising quality and customer-centric service. The company’s axial-flow turbines represent a vital component of the clean energy landscape, offering a sustainable solution for harnessing renewable energy from low-head water resources.
Post time: Jul-21-2026
