A sophisticated American turbine is entering the line of Iraqi electricity needs

A sophisticated American turbine is entering the line of Iraqi electricity needs



2019/05/29 07:01:12
 
General Electric has installed and operated a sophisticated 9E gas turbine   at the Jerusalem Power Plant of the Iraqi Ministry of Electricity.

The new turbine adds about 125 megawatts to the plant's previous production capacity of 1,125 megawatts, helping to keep pace with the growing demand for energy during the summer months.

GE also provides maintenance, spare parts and repairs to enhance the reliability of the plant's operations and ensure a stable supply of electricity throughout the year.

"Providing additional electricity during the hot summer months is one of our main priorities, and we are working to improve the productivity of existing generation plants as the fastest and least cost way to supply our national network with stable supplies," said Musab al-Mudar, director of the Information Office of the Iraqi Ministry of Electricity. Electric has helped us achieve this goal through its industry-leading solutions, its large base of power generation equipment deployed throughout Iraq and its experienced team of local experts.The installation and operation of the new gas turbine at Al-Quds station is only 5 months away. N sign the contract tangible evidence of the joint commitment to meeting the energy needs of the country in depth. "

GE's 9E turbine technology can be operated   with more than 50 different fuels, ensuring the Ministry of Electricity greater flexibility in operating these units using more economical fuel resources and continuing to generate electricity using liquid fuel if gas is not available .

"GE is committed to providing a stable, cost-effective supply of electricity to help the Iraqi people strengthen their economies," said Joseph Anis, President and CEO of GE Energy and Energy Services at GE in the Middle East and South Asia. We have supported the development of the largest Iraqi power plant in the capital Baghdad; we have also helped the Ministry of Finance to obtain funding that goes beyond Two billion US dollars have been Weil Energy Sector. " "We have a track record of achieving the best results even in the most difficult circumstances across Iraq, and we remain committed to pursuing this approach," said Anis.

GE employs about 300 people in Iraq, more than 90 percent of whom are Iraqi citizens. The company has supported the development of the Iraqi energy sector for more than 50 years. Its solutions have contributed to the growth of local communities from Zakho north to Basra in the south.

Today, the company's technologies contribute to generating 55% of the electricity produced in the country. In cooperation with its partners, it provides energy to more than 90% of the Iraqi Airways fleet. About 4,000 GE Healthcare technologies are used in hospitals and clinics in all Throughout Iraq.

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