Pioneer Awarded Multi-Year Supply Contract by Hydro-Quebec Utility Company

FORT LEE, N.J., Feb. 20, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Pioneer Power Solutions, Inc. (Nasdaq: PPSI) ("Pioneer" or the "Company") announced today that Hydro-Quebec Utility Company ("Hydro-Quebec") has entered into a significant contract with Pioneer Transformers Ltd., a division of the Company, for the manufacture of distribution transformers. Hydro-Quebec is the largest generator of electricity in Canada and operates the largest power transmission network in North America, including 17 interconnections allowing energy interchanges with other Canadian provinces and the U.S. Northeast.

The new supply agreement replaces Pioneer's master agreements for the production of pad-mount and submersible transformers, which agreements originally came into effect in April 2010 and, following the exercise of multiple extension options by Hydro-Quebec, expired in September 2014. Like Pioneer's past agreements with Hydro-Quebec, the new contract provides for a two-year initial term, and includes two one-year extension options at Hydro-Quebec's option, or a maximum term of four years.

"We are extremely pleased by this extension of our critical supply relationship with one of the largest and most progressive utilities in North America and the world's largest producer of hydropower," said Nathan Mazurek, CEO of Pioneer. Mr. Mazurek continued, "Hydro-Quebec is a strong supporter of local engineering and manufacturing expertise and we have been a proud beneficiary of this commitment for almost five decades."

Pad-mount transformers are designed for use in grade level and underground commercial and residential electric distribution systems where safety, reliability and aesthetics are especially important. The submersible product line is intended for frequent or continuous submerged or underground operation, designed to withstand hot, cold or unclean environments while operating securely and efficiently over many years.

About Hydro-Quebec Utility Company

Hydro-Quebec generates, transmits and distributes electricity. Its sole shareholder is the provincial government of Quebec, Canada. It uses mainly renewable generating options, in particular large hydro, and supports the development of other technologies—such as wind energy and biomass. A responsible corporate citizen committed to sustainability, Hydro-Quebec carries out construction projects to prepare for the future. It also conducts R&D in energy-related fields, including energy efficiency.  For more information on Hydro-Quebec, please visit www.hydroquebec.com.

About Pioneer Power Solutions, Inc. (Nasdaq: PPSI)

Pioneer Power Solutions, Inc. manufactures, sells and services a broad range of specialty electrical transmission, distribution and on-site power generation equipment for applications in the utility, industrial, commercial and backup power markets. The Company's principal products and services include custom-engineered electrical transformers, switchgear and engine-generator sets and controls, complemented by a national field-service organization to maintain and repair power generation assets. Pioneer is headquartered in Fort Lee, New Jersey and operates from 13 additional locations in the U.S., Canada and Mexico for manufacturing, centralized distribution, engineering, sales, service and administration. To learn more about Pioneer, please visit its website at www.pioneerpowersolutions.com.

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