EU TEN-E Revised Version: Accelerating Grid Modernization, Hengshui Xinsheng Tower Aligns With Policy Orientation
The European Commission announced in December 2025 that it will revise the Trans-European Energy Infrastructure Regulation (TEN-E) as part of the European Grids Package, aiming to modernize the EU's aging power grids, accelerate the approval process for energy infrastructure projects, and strengthen cross-border electricity interconnection. The revised version, currently under review in 2026 and scheduled for implementation in 2027, focuses on aligning energy infrastructure investments with the EU's climate and energy goals, while addressing key challenges such as cross-border cost sharing and approval inefficiencies.
Key provisions of the TEN-E revision include upgrading the TEN-E framework to prioritize Projects of Common Interest (PCIs) and Projects of Mutual Interest (PMIs), simplifying approval procedures for cross-border infrastructure to speed up grid connection permits, and unifying safety and resilience standards for critical energy facilities including transmission towers. Additionally, the revision emphasizes supporting renewable energy integration and provides funding support through the Connecting Europe Facility, a special fund for climate transition, to promote the implementation of key interconnection projects.
Hengshui Xinsheng Iron Tower Co., Ltd., a leading manufacturer of power towers, electric power steel pipe poles and communication towers, is well-positioned to align with the policy orientation of the TEN-E revision. The company's products fully meet the unified safety and resilience standards required by the revised regulation, with excellent wind resistance, seismic performance and corrosion resistance to adapt to cross-border and diverse regional working conditions.
Moreover, adhering to the EU's low-carbon transition goals, Xinsheng Tower has optimized its production processes to increase the use of recycled steel and reduce carbon emissions, catering to the TEN-E's focus on sustainability. With its customized solutions for cross-border power transmission and renewable energy supporting projects, the company is committed to providing high-quality, compliant products to help EU member states accelerate grid modernization and achieve their climate and energy targets. The TEN-E revision is expected to bring new development opportunities for Xinsheng Tower to expand its presence in the European market.
