The No. 3 gas turbine of the 3,000-megawatt combined-cycle power plant in Akwa Ibom State of Nigeria, the largest gas-fired captive power plant in Africa, was successfully placed in the proper position, ready for subsequent installation.
The power plant is being built by Power Construction Corporation of China (POWERCHINA) at the Liberty Oil and Gas Free Zone in the state. It is designed to have a total installed capacity of 3,000 megawatts with 12 gas turbines, six steam turbines, 12 heat recovery steam generators and other supporting equipment.
Workers hoist the No. 3 gas turbine into its correct position. [Photo/sasac.gov.cn]
Once operational, it will serve as the key source of stable and efficient electricity for enterprises in the industrial park where it is located, thus advancing the park’s long-term development.
The project team worked out an elaborate plan to tackle the problems caused by Nigeria’s rainy season in the transport and setup of the gas turbine. After the No. 3 gas turbine was transported to the plant, it was swiftly and safely lifted into position, demonstrating the team's professionalism in handling large machinery with precision.
The power plant is a key project of Nigeria’s national electricity reform and the energy independence strategy for its industrial regions. It is expected to address the issue of power shortages and push forward industrialization of the country.
Once fully operational, the power plant can increase the regional power supply, effectively address the long-standing power shortages and inject strong impetus into local economic and social development, thus contributing POWERCHINA’s wisdom and strength to optimizing and upgrading the energy structure of West Africa.
(Executive editor: Zuo Shihan)
