GE Power helps rebuild 750 MW Al Qayara power plant in Iraq

• 6 years ago (2018-04-03)
• David Flin

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GE Power has helped strengthen Iraq’s power infrastructure by rebuilding the 750 MW Al Qayara Power Plant that was damaged in the recent fighting in Mosul. GE’s team is working with the Iraqi Ministry of Electricity to repair six GE 9E gas turbines, replace a damaged oil treatment system and fuel tanks, and carry out other restoration works on the balance of plant equipment. The goal is to recommence power production at the facility by the end of the year.

Mussab Almudaris, official spokesperson of the Iraqi Ministry of Electricity, said: “There was extensive damage to Mosul’s power plants during the conflict, which has severely curtailed the city’s electricity generation capacity. One of our top priorities for Mosul is to rebuild the city’s electricity infrastructure and strengthen power production to meet the everyday needs of our citizens. We value the support extended by GE Power, which was one of the first companies to join our reconstruction efforts.”

The Al Qayara Power Plant was first set up in 2013 and served as a key hub for power production in Mosul. It was damaged by militants in 2016 and has been out of operation since then. Joseph Anis, President and CEO of GE’s Power Services business in Africa, India, and the Middle East, said: “Basic infrastructure services such as the reliable supply of power are essential to stabilise the region, facilitate the return of displaced populations, and stimulate the economy. The Al Qayara Power Plant is an essential part of Modul’s power infrastructure, and we are committed to working with the Ministry of Electricity to accelerate repair and restoration works so that the site can generate power again within the year.”