Hafslund Celsio chooses Sigholm’s software Aurora by Sigholm

Sigholm Tech AB is proud to announce that the optimisation platform Aurora by Sigholm has won Hafslund Celsio’s tender. This consolidates Sigholms position as the leading provider of district heating optimisation software in the Nordic region. In the tender, Aurora by Sigholm scored 10 out of 10 points in many of the conditions set by Hafslund Celcio, confirming it as being the most advanced solution on the market, well above its peers.

It was in the spring of 2024 that Hafslund Celsio, Norway’s largest supplier of district heating, began screening the market for an optimisation tool, fit for the advanced asset management that today’s integrated energy systems require. The following tender was carried out in line with public procurement rules, and following an extensive evaluation, Aurora by Sigholm was selected as preferred supplier. By providing thorough communication, several demo sessions and in-depth discussions, Hafslund Celsio was fully convinced that Aurora by Sigholm is the best software to meet the needs of modern asset optimisation.

- We are incredibly proud of this recognition. It confirms that our focus on quality, innovation and operational excellence in district heating and energy systems is on point, says Sofia Ekman, Technical Product Owner for Aurora by Sigholm at Sigholm.

Best fit for Hafslund Celsio

Hafslund Celsio’s evaluation shows that Sigholm is offering the most complete and user-friendly solution on the market. Aurora by Sigholm is well tested and purpose built for district heating and combined heating and power optimisation, and is appreciated by more and more companies with similar needs.

Aurora by Sigholm offers:

• The best coverage of mandatory modules, as well as a clear plan for future development and complementary features.
• A user-friendly production planning, with operators favouring Sigholm’s solution over competitors’.
• A holistic approach to operational excellence, where Sigholm not only delivers a software but also insights and best practices well suited to the needs of Hafslund Celsio.

A deal winner is Sigholm’s exceptionally clear and transparent roadmap, providing clients like Hafslund Celsio with the outmost confidence that any adaptions or problems will be addressed well before the start of operations. In addition, Sigholm offers the most thought-out implementation plan, ensuring a smooth and efficient launch.

- Sigholm has demonstrated that they understand our needs and challenges associated with complex production systems and volatile energy markets. Their solution enables us to make informed decisions in real time. To capture the potential of the future market, a robust model and automation is a necessity, says Carl Lenman, Asset digitalization lead, Hafslund Celsio.

Next step

The implementation process starts immediately. In the first phase a deeper specification will be developed around which parts to implement, when and how, to best achieve Hafslund Celsio’s system optimisation objectives.

- We look forward to working with Hafslund Celsio to create a sustainable and future-proof optimisation solution that continues to evolve with the changing energy market, says Viktor Strandgren, Commercial Product Owner for Aurora by Sigholm at Sigholm.

Contact details:

Sofia Ekman, Technical Product Owner for Aurora by Sigholm at Sigholm, sofia.ekman@sigholm.se, 0046-730 771 246

Viktor Strandgren, Commercial Product Owner for Aurora by Sigholm at Sigholm, viktor.strandgren@sigholm.se, 0046-702 909 330