Exilion

Solar Park Project in Simo

Clean Energy

Illustration of the future Simon solar park. © Exilion

About the project

In Simo, Northern Ostrobothnia, one of Finland’s largest solar park projects is set to begin. The solar power plant, developed by Exilion, will have a capacity of 70 megawatts and an annual output of about 65,000 MWh, equivalent to the average annual electricity consumption of roughly 26,000 two-room apartments in multi-story buildings. The project’s uniqueness is further emphasized by the completion of the solar power plant, which will form a hybrid power station together with Exilion’s existing wind turbines in Simo.

The construction of the solar park started in the spring 2024, with the completion expected in the second half of 2025. The investment is estimated to be around 40 million euros. Solarigo Systems Oy, a subsidiary of the Suur-Savo Sähkö group, has been tasked with the design and execution of the solar park’s construction under a turnkey contract and will take care of the park’s maintenance and operations after completion.

Fimpec’s role in the project

From the outset, Fimpec has been involved in the Simo solar power project, overseeing the procurement of transformers and substations, initiated even before the selection of the contractor. During the spring-starting execution phase, Fimpec will manage a comprehensive array of Owner’s Engineering tasks.

Fimpec,s role is to act in the best interest of the client, overseeing site supervision, HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) management, and the overall project schedule in partnership with the client.

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An important project for both parties

“Exilion’s project in Simo is among the first hybrid power stations in Finland, combining wind and solar power. The complementary production profiles of solar and wind, along with the management of energy storage’s adjustment capacity, effectively support each other. For Exilion, it is crucial to have a competent Owner’s Engineering partner like Fimpec to ensure the safe and quality execution of the project. Fimpec was chosen for the Simo project because of its extensive expertise in construction management and the necessary procurement skills for a large-scale solar power project,” states Tommi Riski, Investment Manager at Exilion Management Oy.

This project is significant for Fimpec as it strengthens our expertise in renewable energy, particularly in industrial-scale solar power projects. It also offers us the opportunity to collaborate with a major investor in the sector, leveraging our advanced procurement, project management, and scheduling skills,” adds Jorma Paananen, Business Unit Director at Fimpec.