Insta delivers major electrical and instrumentation installation contract for ŠKO-ENERGO’sheating plant modernization project in Mladá Boleslav, Czech Republic. ŠKO-ENERGO is a comprehensive energy supplier providing electricity and heat to Škoda Auto’s production facilities as well as heat to the city of Mladá Boleslav. The project is one of the largest energy sector modernization initiatives in the Czech Republic.
Insta’s contract is part of a broader delivery by Valmet, which includes the modernization of two existing circulating fluidized bed (CFB) boilers and the delivery of one new bubbling fluidized bed (BFB) boiler. Fluidized bed boiler technology improves the plant’s energy efficiency and reduces emissions. The investment supports sustainable energy production and meets growing environmental requirements.
Insta is responsible for the electrical and instrumentation installation package for the BFB boiler.
“We are proud to be part of this international project that promotes the green transition by significantly reducing carbon dioxide emissions. This project is highly significant for Insta and strengthens our position as a provider of demanding energy and industrial projects,” says Petri Kehusmaa, Project Manager at Insta.
Insta’s scope includes installation of electrical systems and instrumentation solutions for the BFB boiler, cabling, and testing. The contract will start in January 2026 and be completed in autumn of the same year. The ŠKO-ENERGO modernization project is expected to be finalized by the end of 2027. The CFB boilers will be modernized over two consecutive years to ensure uninterrupted electricity and heat supply to the automotive plant.
ŠKO-ENERGO has been a key player in the regional energy sector for about 30 years, supplying heat to 14,000 households in Mladá Boleslav. The company is committed to innovation and sustainability, continuously striving to reduce its environmental impact and support Škoda Auto’s GreenFuture strategy. It aims to provide safe, efficient, and low-carbon energy solutions, significantly contributing to stakeholders’ carbon reduction goals.
Valmet is a global technology leader serving process industries. The company works closely with customers throughout the entire lifecycle, delivering cutting-edge technologies and services as well as mission-critical automation and flow control solutions. Backed by more than 225 years of industrial experience and a global team of over 19,000 professionals, Valmet is uniquely positioned to transform industries toward a regenerative tomorrow.
In 2024, Valmet’s net sales totaled approximately EUR 5.4 billion. Its head office is in Espoo, Finland, and the company operates in about 40 countries worldwide. Valmet’s shares are listed on Nasdaq Helsinki.
Further information:
Petri Kehusmaa
Project Manager
Installation
Insta Automation
Tampere
firstname.lastname (at) insta.fi
