Mitsubishi Power secures two gas turbine orders for KSA
The Rumah-1 and Al-Nairyah-1 power plants, located in the central and eastern regions of Saudi Arabia, will be developed by a consortium comprising the Saudi Electricity Company (SEC), Acwa Power, and Korea Electric Power Corporation (KEPCO).
The power plants will deliver a combined 3.6 GW, accounting for nearly 2.5% of the national grid's capacity.
These baseload plants will ensure grid stability while supporting the growing integration of renewable energy sources, which are becoming an increasing share of the Kingdom's energy mix.
The power plants will generate reliable and uninterrupted power, to meet the rising demand for electricity and support the goals of Saudi Arabia Vision 2030.
The M501JAC turbines, renowned for their high efficiency, reliability, and operational flexibility, will be assembled in the Kingdom at Mitsubishi Power Saudi Arabia's Dammam factory.
The 17,730 square meter facility provides services for key gas turbine components and features a majority of Saudi employees, in line with Mitsubishi Power's Saudi National programme, which provides Saudi talent with rewarding careers pathways, and empowers them with advanced technical skills, through on the job training and knowledge exchange programmes.
Under the supervision of the Ministry of Energy, the Rumah-1 and Al-Nairyah-1 power plants will play an integral role in Saudi Arabia's energy mix plan, which aims to integrate renewable energy and natural gas to each account for 50% of the Kingdom's electricity generation by 2030.
These projects are also a key part of the Saudi Green Initiative, which seeks to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2060 or earlier, using a circular carbon economy approach.
Khalid Salem, President of Middle East & North Africa, Mitsubishi Power commented:"We are proud to partner with SEC, Acwa Power, KEPCO, and Doosan Enerbility on this landmark project, which underscores our commitment to advancing Saudi Arabia's energy infrastructure. As the Kingdom continues its ambitious journey towards increasing the share of renewable energy in its grid, the Rumah-1 and Al-Nairyah-1 plants will serve as cornerstones in ensuring grid stability and reliable power generation. Our advanced M501JAC gas turbines, renowned for their efficiency and flexibility, will deliver continuous, dependable power even under the most demanding conditions, adapting seamlessly to the evolving needs of the grid. This collaboration not only strengthens our dedication to delivering cutting-edge, hydrogen-ready solutions but also marks a significant step forward in supporting Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 and its broader ambition for a sustainable, low-carbon energy future. We are excited to continue advancing our ability to deliver clean, reliable, and efficient power generation solutions that will help power the Kingdom's economic growth and enhance the quality of life for communities across Saudi Arabia." -TradeArabia News Service
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