Genertec Contributes to Myanmar's First LNG Power Plant Project

The CNTIC VPOWER Thaketa 400MW LNG to Power Project (Thaketa Plant) in Yangon, Myanmar, the first power generation plant based on imported liquefied natural gas (LNG) in the country, went into operation on June 14.

Invested, constructed and operated by a joint-venture launched by China National Technical Imp. & Exp. Corp. (CNTIC) of China General Technology (Genertec) and Hong Kong-based VPower Group International Holdings Limited (VPower Group), the plant is a part of the 900 MW LNG power generation project and a major government project intended to increase power supply this summer.

With features of high-efficiency, outstanding economic effectiveness and low-carbon and environmental-friendliness, LNG has been regarded as the cleanest fossil energy resource in the world.

The 900 MW LNG power generation project includes three power plants in Thaketa and Thanlyin in Yangon, with installed capacity of 400MW and 350MW as well as a 150MW plant in Kyaukphyu in Rakhine State.

It is also CNTIC's first overseas project operated by local employees.

Highly-efficient and flexible power generation technology will be demonstrated through the project, which will enrich Myanmar's energy supply network and meet the increasing power demands of affected areas from a green and sustainable source.

To guarantee a continuous and stable supply of the country's first LNG-based power generation project, the joint-venture found a one-stop comprehensive solution which combines key proceedings including LNG purchase, logistics, storage and regasification.

The project's first shipment of LNG was delivered on June 6 by ship. It was the first time Myanmar had imported LNG.

During the construction of the plant, builders overcame difficulties including a short construction period and difficult international purchases of needed materials. They demonstrated their professional capacities and fulfilled their duties in regard to the Belt and Road Initiative.

Throughout 2020, which is the 70th anniversary of the establishment of China-Myanmar diplomatic relations, the construction team will be in full swing in building the two power plants in Thanlyin and Kyaukphyu.

A view of the Thaketa Plant in Yangon, Myanmar, the first power generation plant based on imported liquefied natural gas (LNG) in the country [Photo/sasac.gov.cn]

Myanmar welcomes the first LNG ship on June 6. [Photo/sasac.gov.cn]

(Executive editor: Wang Ruoting)