GE Energy has announced that it has signed contracts totaling more than US$500 million to supply advanced power generation equipment and long-term services for the Al Dur Independent Water and Power Project, the largest power plant in the Kingdom of Bahrain.
The US-based company is supplying two steam turbines and four heavy-duty Frame 9FA gas turbines. GE has also signed a 20-year contractual service agreement (CSA) contract for the project, which will support the long-term operability and performance of the turbines.
“As the first installation of our F-class gas turbines in the Kingdom of Bahrain, the Al Dur project demonstrates our commitment to deliver advanced technology solutions and services to support the Kingdom’s growing power and water needs,” Joseph Anis, GE Energy’s region executive for the Middle East said.
Fahmi Bin Ali Aljowder, minister of works and minister in charge of the electricity and water authority said that he believes it is critical for the project to have proven technology.
“Al Dur is one of the most significant energy projects ever undertaken in Bahrain, and is needed to help meet the country’s increasing demand for electricity and water from urban and economic development to strong investment activities,” Aljowder said.
The $2 billion Al Dur project was delayed at the beginning of 2009 due to the tightening of credit lines by the world’s leading financial institutions.
