The German group Siemens Energy has been awarded an order to supply turbines to two combined cycle power plants in Saudi Arabia, as well as for its maintenance for 25 years, the total amount of which reaches 1.5 billion dollars (1,403 million euros).
Within the framework of the strategy of Saudi Arabia to achieve net zero emissions by 2060, Siemens Energy will supply key technologies that will provide almost 4 gigawatts (GW) to the country and, in addition, has also signed a long-term maintenance contract for 25 years for the Taiba 2 and Qassim 2 power stations.
These are two of the largest and most efficient combined cycle power plants in the world, which will be built in the western and central regions of Saudi Arabia over the coming years.
Siemens Energy turbines
The Gas turbines (HL class) from Siemens Energy, in combination with steam turbines and generators, will generate approximately 2,000 megawatts of electricity at each site, as explained by the German company, whose contractual partner is China Energy International Group.
The new power plants will provide additional energy for the country’s growing population and booming economy. and will replace parts of Saudi Arabia’s aging power plant fleet, resulting in up to 60% CO2 reductions compared to coal-fired power plants. Petroleum.
Taiba 2 and Qassim 2 will initially connect to the grid in simple cycle mode in 2026 and will operate permanently as a combined cycle power plant a year later.
“The new gas-fired power plants will provide reliable energy supply and contribute to the sustainable and future-oriented development of the country,” he declared. Karim Aminmember of the board of directors of Siemens Energy and responsible for the Gas Services business area.
