ABB and Vattenfall recognized for pioneering HVDC technology
Zurich, Switzerland, May 15, 2017 - IEEE Milestone recognizes the world’s first commercial HVDC transmission link in Gotland, SwedenThe Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) has recognized the world’s first commercial HVDC transmission link, in Gotland, Sweden, as a breakthrough milestone in electrical engineering. Over 60 years ago, ABB introduced a new way of transmitting electricity across long distances with minimum losses – High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC). The Gotland link was the first of its kind in the world. This pioneering landmark will now be a part of