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23.08.2022 MHI

Mitsubishi Power’s Advanced M701F Gas Turbines Begin Commercial Operation at Layyah Gas Turbine Combined Cycle Power Plant Project; Long Term Service Agreement Awarded 

• Power project set to be the most efficient (over 60 percent ISO) and advanced F- class power plant in the Middle East  

• Long Term Service Agreement also signed today for Layyah project, to support SEWA deliver, high reliability, and efficiency in power supply 

Sharjah, U.A.E, August 22, 2022 —Mitsubishi Power, a power solutions brand of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI), announced today that its two advanced and highly efficient M701F gas turbines have commenced the simple cycle commercial operation at the Layyah power plant in Sharjah in the United Arab Emirates, which is owned and operated by Sharjah Electricity, Water and Gas Authority (SEWA).   

The M701F gas turbines are one of the core equipment of a 1,026MW gas turbine combined-cycle (GTCC) full turnkey project awarded by SEWA, to a consortium of Mitsubishi Power and ELSEWEDY POWER S.A.E. to expand Layyah power plant. The expansion supports Sharjah’s economic development by boosting electricity production and enhancing water production in the Emirate through the adoption of state-of-the-art power generation solutions and facilities.  

«We are proud to announce the successful start of operations for the two advanced Mitsubishi Power gas turbines at Layyah combined cycle plant in Sharjah, which is set to become the most efficient and advanced F- class power plant in the Middle East. The Layyah project fulfills the vision of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan Bin Mohammed Al-Qassimi, Member of Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, to meet the Emirate of Sharjah’s electricity demand and SEWA 2030 Roadmap to boost the installed capacity to 4,600 MW and raise the operational efficiency to more than 60%. This will help achieve the Emirate of Sharjah’s vision to meet the growing electricity demand and keep pace with the industrial, commercial and residential development in the Emirate of Sharjah,” said H.E. Saeed Sultan Al Suwaidi, Chairman of Sharjah Electricity, Water and Gas Authority (SEWA). 

To further support SEWA in ensuring uninterrupted power supply in the Emirate and enhancing reliability, efficiency, and availability, Mitsubishi Power signed a long-term service agreement (LTSA) with SEWA, encompassing the servicing and maintenance of the units installed at Layyah power plant.   

“Mitsubishi Power is a strategic and trusted partner for SEWA for the long-term operation of the new plant. With the company’s global expertise, proven engineering standards, and long-term track record in services across the Middle East, Mitsubishi Power is an ideal partner for the Layyah project. We are delighted to sign the long-term services agreement today and with their extensive experience in services, we look forward to their support in enhancing the efficiency, reliability, quality, and performance of our fleet, ultimately delivering cleaner power and water to the people of Sharjah,” H.E. Al Suwaidi added.   

Once completed, Layyah power plant is expected to supply 20 percent of the power for the city of Sharjah.   

Under the terms of the agreement, Mitsubishi Power is providing the core equipment, including two gas turbines, one steam turbine, three generators, and two heat recovery steam generators (HRSG). ELSEWEDY POWER is providing the engineering, procurement, construction as well as balance of plant and other equipment at the site. 

 “Today marks a significant milestone for the Emirate of Sharjah in the UAE as we celebrate the simple cycle commercial operation of Layyah project with our partners SEWA and ELSEWEDY POWER. We are honoured to provide our advanced technologies and services for the landmark Layyah combined cycle plant, which is vital to the continued economic growth of the Emirate of Sharjah in the UAE. We are also thrilled to announce today a long-term service agreement for Layyah plant, which reflects our growing commitment to support SEWA in delivering steady, uninterrupted power and water to households and businesses across Sharjah,” said Khalid Salem, President, Mitsubishi Power Middle East & North Africa. 

Through the LTSA, Mitsubishi Power will also implement its award-winning TOMONI® suite of intelligent solutions, to provide real-time adaptive control and actionable knowledge. Mitsubishi Power continues to support the stable supply of power and delivery of efficient power generation technologies in the Middle East and North Africa region and around the world, thereby contributing to the promotion of decarbonization, economic development, and the creation of highly sustainable energy systems on a global scale.  

About Mitsubishi Power  

Mitsubishi Power is a power solutions brand of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI). Across more than 30 countries worldwide, Mitsubishi Power designs manufactures and maintains equipment and systems that drive decarbonization and ensure the delivery of reliable power around the world. Among its solutions are a wide range of gas turbines including hydrogen-fueled gas turbines, solid-oxide fuel cells (SOFCs), and air quality control system (AQCS). Committed to providing exemplary service and working with customers to imagine the future of energy, Mitsubishi Power is also spearheading the development of the digital power plant through its suite of AI-enabled TOMONI® solutions.  

25.05.2021 Mitsubishi Power Europe

The global leader in gas turbine technology, Mitsubishi Power, has today confirmed the expansion of its operational footprint in Europe with the establishment of the Gas Turbine Combined Cycle (GTCC) EMEA Business Unit, effective April 1, 2021.

The new business unit will focus on the sale of the most successful turbines in the industry – the J-Series Air Cooled gas turbines – which boast world-class reliability of 99.6% and efficiency of greater than 64%. Capable of operating on a mixture of up to 30 percent hydrogen and 70 percent natural gas, the turbines can be increased to 100 percent hydrogen in the future. This highly efficient energy generation technology can play a crucial role in helping countries across Europe meet ambitious net zero carbon emissions targets.

A demonstration of the company’s continued and deep commitment to EMEA’s power industry, the business unit will be located in Dubai. The new business unit will be supported by Mitsubishi Power’s dynamic services centers across the region.

Taking up the position of Vice President GTCC Sales EMEA, Jose Aguas – based in Valencia, Spain – will report to Business Unit Head, Khalid Salem, who takes on a new role as GTCC Business Unit Leader EMEA in addition to his role as President, Mitsubishi Power Middle East and North Africa.

Jose Aguas, Vice President GTCC Sales EMEA, said: “Mitsubishi Power’s gas turbine combustion cycle technology leads the market in delivering a low carbon, stable power supply, when it is needed. The establishment of the new business unit will enable us to partner more closely across the value chain to provide high quality, reliable solutions that further enable the rapid transformation of Europe’s power supply.”

Europe has become the beacon of rapid decarbonisation. With ambitious net zero targets, governments across the region have begun the process of decommissioning coal-fired power stations and broadening their energy mix to include new sources of power generation.

In his new role, Aguas will lead efforts to grow Mitsubishi Power’s GTCC presence across Europe. An industry veteran, Aguas brings more than two decades of experience in the power generation industry to the role having worked extensively across renewables and gas combined cycles.

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About Mitsubishi Power in Europe, Middle East and Africa
Mitsubishi Power is a leading provider and innovator of technology and solutions for the energy sector, who with its predecessor companies have had a presence in the region since 1908. Today, there are more than 1,000 employees across Europe, the Middle East and Africa, with centers of excellence in Germany, the United Kingdom, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, in addition to customer support capabilities in countries across the region. Mitsubishi Power designs, manufactures and maintains equipment and systems that drive decarbonization and ensures the delivery of reliable power. Among its solutions are a wide range of gas turbines, including hydrogen-fuelled gas turbines and solid-oxide fuel cells (SOFCs), and an experienced services business with an extensive reach across the entire region. Committed to providing exemplary service and working with customers, Mitsubishi Power’s TOMONI™ intelligent solutions leverages advanced analytics, adaptive control technology, artificial intelligence and machine learning to make power plants smarter, lowering emissions, increasing flexibility and supporting decarbonization.  Mitsubishi Power is a wholly owned subsidiary of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd., whose engineering and manufacturing businesses span energy, infrastructure, transport, aerospace and defence.

14.04.2021 Mitsubishi Power

· Mitsubishi Power will provide technical advisers to support construction and commissioning
· 25-year long term service agreement (LTSA) have been also signed to support reliable operation

Mitsubishi Power, a subsidiary of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group, has received an order for two M701JAC gas turbines, the Company’s latest model in its air-cooled J-Series, for a 1,500-megawatt (MW) class natural-gas-fired GTCC (gas turbine combined cycle) power plant under construction in Sirdarya, the Republic of Uzbekistan. The order follows the conclusion of an equipment supply agreement for the Sirdarya project between ACWA Power, a leading Saudi developer, investor and operator of power and water desalination assets in 13 countries worldwide, and China Gezhouba Group Co., Ltd. (CGGC) as the appointed project EPC contractor.

The Sirdarya project was planned by the Government of Uzbekistan to provide cleaner, more efficient and cost-competitive gas power that can be utilized across industries in Uzbekistan. This new plant will have capacity equivalent to 8% of Uzbekistan’s total generation capability and will be able to meet 15% of the country’s overall power demand when complete. Construction of the new power plant will also lead to the partial closure of existing Sirdarya thermal power plant with improved efficiency, which is expected to result in a reduction of CO₂ emissions by 2.2 million tons per year.

In addition to providing two high-efficiency next-generation gas turbines as the plant’s core equipment, Mitsubishi Power will also provide technical advisers to support construction and commissioning and 25-year long term service agreement (LTSA) to support reliable operation.

The JAC-Series are gas turbines featuring a forced-air-cooled combustor system and an optimized cooling structure. They also have an extra-thick-film thermal barrier coating that enables more advanced cooling of turbine blades, and they adopt a compressor with a high pressure ratio.

Since inception in 2004, ACWA Power has grown rapidly both domestically and internationally in line with its mission to make available electricity and desalinated water in a reliable and responsible manner to support the social development and economic growth of nations where they operate. CGGC is headquartered in Beijing and undertakes business in more than 140 countries worldwide, mainly in the fields of hydropower, environmental protection, equipment manufacture and infrastructure development.

Going forward, Mitsubishi Power will further focus its resources into promoting adoption of high-efficiency, environmentally friendly GTCC power generation equipment in a quest to contribute to stable supplies of electric power indispensable to worldwide economic development, and to help achieve a sustainable decarbonized society.

02.04.2021 Mitsubishi Power

Mitsubishi Power, a subsidiary of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group, inaugurated operation of a newly completed M701JAC gas turbine, which will serve as a core component in a project to build two natural gas-fired power plants in Thailand on March 31. The newly inaugurated M701JAC joins the global fleet of J-Series and JAC-Series gas turbines that have amassed more than 1.3 million operating hours; with 83 units ordered across the globe. The project is part of a joint venture between Gulf Energy Development Public Company Limited, one of Thailand’s largest independent power producers (IPP), and Mitsui & Co., Ltd. The M701JAC is the first of eight units ordered on a full-turnkey basis in 2018 and is the first of its kind in Southeast Asia. These eight units will comprise gas turbine combined cycle (GTCC) systems with a total output of 5,300 megawatts (MW). A 25-year long-term service agreement (LTSA) for these units is also in effect. The construction of the remaining seven units have commenced and are scheduled for full launch of commercial operations in 2024.

The two ultra-large-scale power plants are under construction in Chonburi and Rayong Provinces, approximately 130 kilometers southeast of Bangkok. Each plant will have an output of 2,650MW and use natural gas as its primary fuel source, along with four power trains each incorporating a gas turbine, steam turbine, heat recovery steam generator and generator. Mitsubishi Power will manufacture and supply the gas and steam turbines as well as ancillary equipment, while Mitsubishi Electric Corporation will provide the generators. The power generated will be sold to the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT) to support providing the country with a reliable and highly efficient source of clean energy.

The newly inaugurated M701JAC is a core component of the power plant in Chonburi Province, which is operated by Gulf SRC Company Limited(Note). At a time when the global coronavirus pandemic is impacting equipment deliveries and installations as a whole due to logistical issues and difficulty in sending engineers to project sites, operation of the first gas turbine unit is on schedule thanks to the concerted efforts of all parties involved.

Mrs. Porntipa Chinvetkitvanit, Deputy Chief Executive Officer, Gulf Energy Development Public Company Limited, welcomed the inaugural achievement. “We offer our praise and appreciation for the way everyone at Mitsubishi Power worked diligently to enable the launch of the project’s first gas turbine on schedule, even amidst the pandemic. This initial success supports our expectations that the company will continue to exercise outstanding project management to enable all eight units to go online on schedule.”

Koji Nishikawa, President and Managing Director of Mitsubishi Power (Thailand), spoke of his company’s commitment to its work in Thailand. “We are pleased to continue supporting Thailand’s push for sustainable economic development through our highly efficient and reliable gas turbines. Going forward, we will continue our longstanding commitment to the country as we work to bring the remaining seven units online to grow a stable supply of power in Thailand.”

Mitsubishi Power is building a steady track record in large-scale gas turbine installations in Thailand. In 2011, the Company received full-turnkey orders from a company backed by Gulf Energy Development to construct GTCC plants at Nong Saeng and U Thai; the plants began commercial operations in 2014 and 2015, respectively. In 2020, an order was received from Hin Kong Power Company Limited, another company jointly established by Gulf Energy Development, for a GTCC plant consisting of two M701JAC gas turbines.

Mitsubishi Power is committed toward helping build a more sustainable energy future in Thailand through the new power plants in Chonburi and Rayong. Going beyond this, Mitsubishi Power will continue to encourage adoption of its J-Series gas turbines, to deliver reliable and clean energy that will create a future that works for people and the planet.

04.02.2021 Mitsubishi Power

Mitsubishi Power, дочерняя компания Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group, решила реструктурировать места размещения своего котельного бизнеса в Японии. С момента основания предшественника Mitsubishi Power, MHPS, в 2014 году котельный бизнес продолжал эксплуатировать два завода в Японии: Nagasaki Works и Kure Works. В отрасли произошли резкие изменения рыночного спроса на угольную генерацию, что привело к резкому сокращению строительства новых электростанций. Принимая во внимание рыночную ситуацию, Mitsubishi Power объединит функции производства котлов, включая новое строительство и послепродажное обслуживание, а также функции проектирования и строительства новых объектов на заводе в Нагасаки. На заводе Kure менеджмент будет переведен в бизнес по проектированию котлов и бизнес по инжиниринговым услугам, а также в бизнес по Системе контроля качества воздуха (Air Quality Control System — AQCS), с целью повышения конкурентоспособности обоих предприятий. Реструктуризацию планируется завершить в конце 2022 финансового года.

Деловая среда для угольной генерации радикально меняется на фоне усилий по достижению углеродной нейтральности к 2050 году, и прогнозируется резкое сокращение спроса на новые угольные электростанции во всем мире и в Японии. В то же время существует большая потребность в улучшении экологических показателей и эффективности выработки энергии на существующих угольных электростанциях, одновременно решая необходимость декарбонизации с использованием таких технологий, как совместное сжигание биомассы и аммиака. Mitsubishi Power приняла текущий план реструктуризации, чтобы перейти к расширению перечня услуг и экологическим решениям, что позволяет нам достичь углеродной нейтральности при сохранении стабильности энергоснабжения. <…>

27.11.2020 Mitsubishi Power

•  Development and manufacturing base established at Mitsubishi Power Hitachi Works
• New business to emerge applying proprietary high-temperature, high-strength material technologies accumulated through experience in thermal power systems

Mitsubishi Power, Ltd., a subsidiary of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group, has concluded an agreement with Aubert & Duval, a leading European manufacturer of special alloys and metal powders, on technology licensing related to the specific composition and manufacturing of metal powders used as materials for metal additive manufacturing (AM).

The agreement paves the way to full-scale inauguration of Mitsubishi Power’s AM business in which the company will apply its proprietary technologies accumulated through its operations in gas turbines and other thermal power systems. In September this year, Mitsubishi Power created the AM-Zone® within its Hitachi Works in Ibaraki Prefecture to serve as a development and manufacturing base for the AM business. This new facility is equipped with powder manufacturing equipment and metal AM systems of all kinds, and is capable of fully integrated production – from the development of powder and wire materials to metal AM and product finishing.

Mitsubishi Power possesses proprietary material technologies in metal AM and can optimally prepare raw materials for each application required. It also has technologies that significantly enhance the performance of powder manufacturing equipment. This is achieved by incorporating the company’s specially developed high-performance gas nozzles into the gas atomization system that produces metal powder materials by atomizing inert gas into vacuum-fused metals.

Aubert & Duval is a leading European supplier of high-performance alloys and metal powders, provides highly reliable metallurgical solutions for aerospace, energy defense and other demanding industries. For this reason, Mitsubishi Power believes that Aubert & Duval meets all conditions as a collaborative partner in developing its AM business.

Under the new agreement, Aubert & Duval’s know-how in the composition and manufacturing of powders for AM applications will be combined with Mitsubishi Power’s proprietary technologies to enable provision of powders optimally suited to metal AM. This integration of capabilities is expected to significantly improve the performance of manufactured products. As such, for Mitsubishi Power the conclusion of the collaborative agreement marks a significant first step toward full-scale inauguration of its AM business.

The AM-Zone, in collaboration with local governments, conducts tours and other activities to promote greater utilization of AM technologies. Online tours are also being offered to showcase the latest technologies during this period of increasing digitalization due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Moving forward, Mitsubishi Power plans to pursue labor-saving measures through remote operations and digital manufacturing.

Through this collaboration with Aubert & Duval and the creation of the AM-Zone, Mitsubishi Power will become involved in all aspects of metal AM processing, from material development to final product manufacture. With the development of this new business area, the company will help usher in the next phase of industrialization for the energy sector and beyond.

19.05.2020 MHPS

Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems (MHPS) ranks first in market share by megawatts for gas turbine orders in 2020 according to data obtained from McCoy Power Reports. First quarter global orders of 2,638 MW brought MHPS’ market share to 28.5 percent globally. This increase in gas turbine market share was largely responsible for worldwide order booking increasing 19.7 percent during MHPS’ fiscal year ending March 31, 2020.

“The extremely competitive global gas turbine market has moved in our direction with a clear preference for our JAC gas turbines, which are more reliable than competitor’s gas turbines while providing record-setting fuel efficiency and output,” said Ken Kawai, MHPS President and Chief Executive Officer. “Sales of MHPS’ gas turbines in both the advanced class and aero-derivative segments have gained momentum as utilities, independent power producers and municipalities around the world seek to lower their electricity cost through our unique combination of proven reliability and world class performance.”

MHPS’ J-Series gas turbines first entered commercial operation in 2011 and hold world-record reliability at 99.5%. In addition, they deliver combined cycle efficiency greater than 64%. The installed fleet of J-Series gas turbines recently achieved one million hours of commercial operation worldwide, which is nearly double that of competitors’ similar sized gas turbines.

Boosting MHPS’ first quarter 2020 market share was an order for the first two renewable-hydrogen-capable JAC gas turbines for the Intermountain Power Agency in Delta, Utah. Dan Eldredge of the Intermountain Power Agency said, “We chose MHPS’ JAC power trains because they offered the best overall solution for our power generation equipment requirements, including the fuel flexibility that will enable us to meet our incremental goals toward 100% carbon-free power generation by 2045. With MHPS’ tools and support, we expect to reliably provide cleaner power for decades to come.”

Forty-five J-Series gas turbines are in commercial operation, and total ordered capacity exceeds 25 GW globally. One hundred and four units have been technically selected in Brazil, Canada, Japan, Mexico, Peru, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, and the United States.

“The marketplace has recognized our efforts through a wave of technical selections and orders placed,” said Junichiro Masada, Senior Vice President, Co-Chief Technology Officer, and Deputy Head of Turbomachinery Headquarters, MHPS. “And we continue to improve our technology. For example, we recently synced to the grid in Takasago, Japan, and reached full load with the latest 60 Hz enhancement of the JAC, demonstrating record-setting output and combined cycle efficiency. Competitors are years away from entering operation with a gas turbine of this size or efficiency. In addition, we recently demonstrated a significant performance enhancement of the FT4000 at our test facility in West Palm Beach, Florida.”

The FT4000 aero-derivative gas turbine, with multiple active projects in North America and internationally, has tripled its global footprint in the past two years and captured significant market share in its class since the purchase of PW Power Systems (PWPS) in 2013. The PWPS FT4000 first entered commercial operation in 2015 and delivers industry-leading simple cycle efficiency, start time and ramp rate.

“We are proud that our technology has launched us to global leadership in the competitive gas turbine market,” said Ken Kawai, President and Chief Executive Officer. “We value the contributions of our employees around the world who are focused on bringing advanced technologies and energy solutions to the marketplace for affordable and reliable power supplies. We remain committed to enabling a decarbonized economy and helping to resolve the challenges facing our global society.”

14.04.2020 MHPS

• High-efficiency power generating units built on M701S (DA) X series gas turbines effectively utilize steelworks gas emissions
• Third order from Baotou Steel Group, reflecting strong confidence of MHPS’ technology

Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems, Ltd. (MHPS), has received an order from Chinese firm Baotou Iron and Steel Group (Baotou Steel Group) for two blast furnace gas (BFG)-fired 165 megawatt (MW) class gas turbine combined cycle (GTCC) generating units. These systems, with M701S (DA) X series gas turbines as their core component, effectively utilize the gas emitted from the blast furnace (BFG) and coke oven in the steel plant. This is the third expansion project for Baotou Steel Group since 2005; shipments to China are planned to begin in 2021.

The equipment for this project will be delivered to Inner Mongolia Baotou Steel Union Co., Ltd., a Baotou Steel Group company located in the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region. MHPS and Group companies received the order.

BFG-fired GTCC generating units comprise a gas turbine, heat recovery boiler, steam turbine, power generator, gas compressor, and auxiliary equipment. MHPS will manufacture the M701S (DA) X series gas turbines at its Takasago Works in Hyogo Prefecture, and use generators made by Mitsubishi Electric Corporation.

BFG has a low calorie rating compared to natural gas, so sophisticated technology is required to ensure the stable combustion of the gas turbine. MHPS developed special combustors and other equipment in the 1980s, and has proprietary BFG-fired GTCC power generation technology. The company has since provided numerous systems for steelworks in Japan and around the world. MHPS is the global leader in BFG-fired GTCC generating systems, and currently has more than a 60% share of the global market for these turbines.

Amid global efforts to reduce the burden on the environment, the steel industry is under increasing pressure to curb CO2 emissions. BFG-fired GTCC units, which utilize the gas byproducts emitted from steelworks are an effective means to reduce the environmental impact and significantly contribute to efficient energy usage.

Baotou Steel Group, established in 1954, produces iron, steel, rolled steel products, and rare earths. MHPS previously supplied the company with BFG-fired GTCC power generating units for expansion projects in 2005 and again in 2012 (two 150 MW class units for each project). Baotou placed the order with MHPS based on the strength of its record of technological accomplishments, performance and high reliability.

Going forward, playing a pioneering role in this field, MHPS will proactively pursue solutions utilizing BFG-fired GTCC power generation units, which contribute to effective energy utilization and a reduced environmental load.

02.04.2020 MHPS

• Facility will validate the performance and reliability of the 1650℃-class JAC gas turbine, the most efficient heavy-duty gas turbine in the market
• Poised to become the world‘s first autonomous combined cycle power plant featuring MHPS-TOMONI® suite of intelligent digital solutions

Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems, Ltd. (MHPS) has begun commissioning of T-Point 2, its new combined cycle power plant validation facility at Takasago Works in Hyogo Prefecture, Japan. Replacing the iconic T-Point, the facility will accelerate MHPS‘ industry-leading technology and enable more robust validation of advanced-class gas turbines (ACGTs) such as the 1650℃-class JAC model and 1700℃-class ultrahigh-temperature models. Like its predecessor, T-Point 2 stands apart as the only facility in the world that performs full-scale long-term reliability verification for gas turbines. Connected to the actual grid, it is the only plant of its type in the world to function as both a technology demonstrator and an electric power producer and supplier. Also housed within Takasago Works are centers for R&D, design, manufacturing, and short-term component testing.

“Through the years, we have proven our ability to develop and manufacture the most cutting-edge solutions for the power generation industry,” said Mr. Ken Kawai, President and CEO, MHPS. “Building on the legacy of the original T-Point, T-Point 2 will enable us to widen our footprint as the preferred solutions partner to meet ever-changing power generation requirements around the world.”

Engineering the next generation of gas turbines

Once commercial operations begin in July 2020, T-Point 2 is expected to achieve power output of over 566 MW (60Hz), with nearly 64% efficiency, 99.5% reliability and a world-first turbine inlet temperature of 1650℃ – raising industry standards for gas turbine combined cycle performance globally. This improved performance is possible due to the advanced engineering of the upgraded J-Series Air-Cooled (JAC) model, which is the first gas turbine being validated at T-Point 2.

The new facility features a triple-casing steam turbine, augmenting overall system efficiency through a multiplier effect with the JAC gas turbine. This greater efficiency reduces carbon emissions and heat loss, significantly reducing the environmental impact of T-Point 2.

“The prototype validation system established by MHPS has given our customers the clear assurance that they are receiving the highest caliber and most reliable energy solutions in the market,” said Mr. Junichiro Masada, Senior Vice President and Senior General Manager of Gas Turbine Technology & Products Integration Division, MHPS. “The launch of T-Point 2 is testament to MHPS’ commitment to deliver industry-leading power generation technology and customer service underpinned by best-in-class methods for performance and durability verification.”

MHPS will use the facility to conduct validation of the next-generation 1700℃-class ultrahigh-temperature gas turbines, steam turbine upgrades, air-cooled condenser technology, generators, and static frequency converters.

Bringing power generation to the digital age

Work is underway to install and train advanced artificial intelligence technology at T-Point 2, which will feature the MHPS-TOMONI® suite of digital solutions. During the 8,000 hour durability demonstration period, MHPS will also be training its AI apps, allowing T-Point 2 to eventually become the world’s first autonomous combined cycle power plant. This will catapult power generation into a future where digital technologies are fully integrated into plant operations, allowing plant owners to leverage data to optimize performance, enable condition-based predictive maintenance for equipment, selectively automate operation and maintenance (O&M) decision-making, and reduce risk.

With these building blocks, MHPS will remotely monitor and manage total plant performance; remotely operate the plant in coordination with grid and fleet-wide energy management objectives; and utilize sensor and control system data to make smarter operation decisions in real time. MHPS-TOMONI® solutions powered by advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence and machine learning will enable MHPS to automate O&M decision-making to maximize the profitability of existing and future GTCC plants.

18.03.2020 MHPS

• Total output of 1,950MW, successive start of operations from 2023
• Project conducted utilizing MHPS’ various resources in Japan

Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems, Ltd. (MHPS), has received an order and begun work on a full turnkey contract for construction of new Units 1-3 at the Anegasaki Thermal Power Station (Ichihara City, Chiba Prefecture) operated by JERA Power Anegasaki, part of JERA Co., Ltd. This project will replace the existing power station’s aging gas-fired steam power generation units 1-4 with three 650 megawatt (MW)-class next-generation gas turbine combined cycle (GTCC) generation facilities with cutting-edge 1,650℃ class forced air-cooled M701JAC gas turbines. The upgrade will enhance efficiency to save energy, and reduce the environmental load. The new Units 1-3 are scheduled to begin operations successively from early 2023 through the summer, reaching a total output of 1,950MW.

This project is being conducted as a joint venture between MHPS and Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, which will supply three generators and control systems, under a full turnkey EPC (engineering, procurement, and construction) contract. MHPS will utilize various resources in Japan to supply the equipment; the three gas turbines and related equipment will come from its Takasago Works (Takasago City, Hyogo Prefecture) ; the three steam turbines are sourced from Hitachi Works (Hitachi City, Ibaraki Prefecture), and the heat recovery steam generators and exhaust gas denitrizer systems from its Kure Works (Kure City, Hiroshima Prefecture).

The JAC gas turbines(Note) used for this project are equipped with a forced air-cooled combustor system. Air emitted from the combustor casing is cooled in an external cooler, and the pressure boosted in a forced air-cooled compressor, after which the air is used to cool the combustor, and returned to the casing. This process optimizes the cooling structure. The system also utilizes advanced turbine blade cooling technologies such as an extra thick film thermal insulation coating, and high pressure compressors. This allows for shorter start-up times compared to steam cooling methods, and improves operational efficiency.