Mitsubishi Power Secures Significant Orders for Hydrogen-Ready Gas Turbines in Saudi Arabia's Rumah-1 and Al-Nairyah-1 Ventures
In a significant move towards a more sustainable energy future, the Rumah-1 and Al-Nairyah-1 Independent Power Plant projects in Saudi Arabia will be powered by Mitsubishi Power's advanced M501JAC gas turbines. This consortium project, involving the Saudi Electricity Company, ACWA Power Company, and Korea Electric Power Corporation, is a key part of shaping the hydrogen market, as outlined in the latest news at Mitsubishi Power's website.
The gas turbines, generators, and auxiliary equipment will deliver a combined output of 3.6 GW, accounting for nearly 2.5% of the national grid's capacity. These power plants will ensure grid stability while supporting the growing integration of renewable energy sources.
Mitsubishi Power has partnered with key energy stakeholders in Saudi Arabia, including the Ministry of Energy, Saudi Aramco, the Saudi Electricity Company (SEC), and the Saline Water Conversion Corporation (SWCC). With a long history of working in Saudi Arabia, dating back to the 1960s, Mitsubishi Power's collaboration on the projects strengthens its dedication to delivering hydrogen-ready solutions.
The M501JAC gas turbines, to be assembled in Mitsubishi Power Saudi Arabia's Dammam factory, are renowned for their high efficiency, reliability, and advanced technology. These turbines will enable the power plants to deliver clean and efficient power generation, supporting Saudi Arabia's ambitious Vision 2030 and its energy transition goals.
The Rumah-1 and Al-Nairyah-1 power plants are cornerstones in the Kingdom's plan to integrate renewable energy and natural gas, each accounting for 50% of the Kingdom's electricity generation by 2030. They are also part of the Saudi Green Initiative, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2060 or earlier, using a circular carbon economy approach.
The deployment of these advanced gas turbines aligns with Saudi Vision 2030 by supporting energy diversification, improving efficiency, enabling greater grid stability, and facilitating energy transition. The M501JAC turbines offer one of the highest thermal efficiencies available in gas turbines, helping reduce fuel consumption and greenhouse gas emissions per unit of electricity produced.
The projects are a significant step forward in supporting Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 and its sustainable, low-carbon energy future. The power plants will generate reliable and uninterrupted power to meet the rising demand for electricity. The M501JAC gas turbines will deliver continuous, dependable power even under demanding conditions.
References: [1] Mitsubishi Power's role in delivering high-efficiency turbines for Saudi power projects supporting Vision 2030 and the kingdom’s energy sustainability goals can be inferred from their recognized role in delivering similar turbines for other Saudi power projects.
The M501JAC gas turbines, with their high efficiency and advanced technology, will facilitate the energy transition by supporting the delivery of clean and efficient power, aligning with Saudi Vision 2030 and the kingdom’s goals for a sustainable, low-carbon energy future. The deployment of these turbines in the Rumah-1 and Al-Nairyah-1 power plants also signifies the integration of technology into the energy transition, as these projects play a key role in shaping the hydrogen market.
