HCL Technologies (HCL), a leading global IT services provider, announced that it has signed a significant IT deal with the Norway based global energy company Statkraft. Statkraft is Europe's leading generator of renewable energy and Norway's largest. It is the third largest power producer in the Nordics. Statkraft produces hydropower, wind power, solar power, gas-fired power and supplies district heating. With this partnership, HCL will enable Statkraft to adopt market standard IT services globally in 18 countries, based on the principles of flexibility, automation and innovation.

The five-and-a-half-year deal, will see HCL provide end-to-end integrated infrastructure services by implementing a modern, flexible and scalable infrastructure solution, including datacentre, service desk, workplace, network and security services, application operations and cross functional services. By partnering with HCL, Statkraft will be able to focus on its core business and further develop its leading position in the fast-changing and growing energy market by implementing a modern, flexible and scalable infrastructure platform.

"Statkraft is one of the leading players in the fast-growing renewable energy sector, and this contract is a fantastic endorsement of HCL's Next Generation IT capabilities and Global Service Delivery model. Through our flexible and innovative approach, leveraging best-in-class automation capabilities that lie at the heart of HCL's Mode 1-2-3 growth strategy, we are able to deliver end-to-end ITO services that make a real difference to our clients’ businesses globally." said Pankaj Tagra, EVP, Nordic & DACH Business Head at HCL Technologies.

Shares of the company gained Rs 14.35, or 1.54%, to trade at  Rs 946.40.  The total volume of shares traded  was  16,468 at the BSE (9.50 a.m., Wednesday).