Electroalfa International, a 100% Romanian-owned company, has announced a major milestone in its strategic partnership with European leader SGB-SMIT Group, the renowned German transformer manufacturer.
The SGB-Alfa factory, established through this joint venture, is now 95% complete. To mark this achievement, a delegation from SGB-SMIT’s top management visited the site.
The new production facility, located in Botoșani, spans over 9,000 square meters and is equipped with state-of-the-art technology. Production is set to begin in the coming weeks, with the factory manufacturing transformers in the 50–1000 kVA range, meeting the growing demands of both European and international markets.
“SGB-Alfa is more than an industrial investment – it is a milestone of special significance for Electroalfa International, for Botoșani, and for Romania. It crowns a journey that began more than 30 years ago as a family business and now marks our transition to a new stage, where local expertise merges with international technological excellence. This production unit is not just another factory, but proof of our passion, dedication, and belief that we can build globally competitive products right here at home. We are proud of this achievement and confident it will have a long-term positive impact on the community and the energy industry,” said Gheorghe Ciubotaru, Chairman and Founder of Electroalfa International.
“This factory will play a crucial role in meeting the growing demand for reliable, efficient, and sustainable energy infrastructure across Europe. We are fully committed to ensuring this facility meets the highest standards of sustainability, operational excellence, and safety,” stated Holger Ketterer, CEO of SGB-SMIT Group.
The partnership with SGB-SMIT enhances Electroalfa International’s product portfolio and forms part of the company’s long-term strategy to develop a production and technological hub in Botoșani for equipment used in compact transformer substations. The investment also brings significant benefits to the local community, with over 200 direct jobs expected to be created by 2027, strengthening the local supply chain and supporting economic growth.