CESI Hosts Key Event for Open Power Grids Association

On Monday, CESI hosted the Open Power Grids (OPG) Association event, a major initiative led that brings together major players in the electrical sector. This gathering represented an important moment for the industry, bringing together leaders to discuss critical issues affecting the future of the electric grid.

CESI, as a member of OPG, was represented by its CEO, Nicola Melchiotti. 

Throughout the day, key topics were addressed, including the introduction to cable-joint system failure phenomena, which examined critical technical issues impacting underground lines. Another major focus was the energy transition in Europe, particularly the challenges and synergies required to support the continent’s shift towards renewable energy and sustainable infrastructure.

The agenda featured discussions on building resilient underground lines and was followed by a panel of top managers and stakeholders from the OPG. The speakers at this final panel included Nicola Melchiotti, Francesco Gerli, President and CEO Unareti; Giulio Antonio Carone, CEO Areti; Jose Manuel Revuelta Mediavilla, Head of Enel Grids Iberia; José Julio Pérez González, Distribution System Manager UFD. The moderator was Viviana Vittorio, President of OPG.   

The event concluded with closing remarks from the Head of Enel Grids & Innovability, Gianni Vittorio Armani.