Mitsubishi Power's Hydrogen-Ready Turbines to Fuel Sarawak's Energy Transition
Key Ideas
  • Mitsubishi Power receives an order for an M701F gas turbine and a steam turbine for a 500MW gas turbine combined cycle (GTCC) power plant in Sarawak, Malaysia, designed to co-fire fuel containing up to 30% hydrogen.
  • The project, owned by PETROS Power Sdn. Bhd., is part of Sarawak's journey towards net-zero by 2050 and the high-income state aspiration by 2030, driven by the Sarawak Gas Roadmap.
  • A Long-Term Service Agreement (LTSA) has been secured with PETROS to ensure stable operational performance post-commercial operation, showcasing Mitsubishi Power's commitment to supporting Malaysia's energy transition.
  • Mitsubishi Power's focus on advancing power generation technologies for decarbonization aligns with global efforts to achieve a carbon-neutral world and improve energy security for economic development.
Mitsubishi Power, a power solutions brand of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI), has received an order for an M701F gas turbine and a steam turbine for a 500MW gas turbine combined cycle (GTCC) power plant in Sarawak, Malaysia. The project, located in Miri, Sarawak, is owned by PETROS Power Sdn. Bhd., a subsidiary of PETROS, the Sarawak-owned oil and gas company, and is supported by Sinohydro Corporation Limited. The gas turbine is designed to co-fire fuel containing up to 30% hydrogen, marking a significant advancement in power generation technology for the region. Mitsubishi Power has also secured a Long-Term Service Agreement (LTSA) with PETROS to ensure the stable operational performance of the plant post-commercial operation. The project aligns with Sarawak's energy transition goals towards net-zero by 2050 and its aspiration to become a high-income state by 2030 as outlined in the Sarawak Gas Roadmap. Akihiro Ondo, CEO of Mitsubishi Power Asia Pacific, expressed gratitude for the opportunity to contribute to Malaysia's energy transition and harness Sarawak's hydrogen potential. The project signifies a commitment to decarbonization and energy security, crucial for economic development. Mitsubishi Power's focus on innovative power generation technologies and industry partnerships aims to support global efforts towards a carbon-neutral world.
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