Meranti Power, a wholly owned subsidiary of Singapore’s Energy Market Authority, recently broke ground on its first-ever power station.
The groundbreaking ceremony was graced by Minister for Manpower and Second Minister for Trade and Industry Dr. Tan See Leng and many industry players.
A consortium led by Jurong Engineering Limited (JEL) and comprising Mitsubishi Power, a power solutions brand of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI), will design, manufacture, procure and construct the 680MW power station. It is expected to be in commercial operation by mid-2025.
Situated on Jurong Island, the new facility will feature an open cycle gas turbine (OCGT) configuration capable of fast start up and rapidly ramping up power production to deliver electricity on demand.
Once fully operational, the power station will help minimize the risk of energy disruption and enhance overall grid stability in Singapore.
As part of the consortium, Mitsubishi Power will design and manufacture two 340MW M701F-Series gas turbines and generators and also supply related auxiliary equipment.
F-Series gas turbines have a long history with 312 units sold globally and accumulated more than 20 million operating hours.
On top of this proven technology in ensuring the reliable power supply in Singapore, the gas turbines are designed to operate with a 30% hydrogen fuel mix and can be configured for 100% hydrogen firing in the future.
JEL will undertake design and supply of Balance of Plant (BOP) equipment and overall construction works for the power station. AECOM is engaged as the Owner’s Engineer to oversee project management and implementation.
