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Energy China Procures Turbines for 2,600 MW Abu Dhabi Power Project

China Energy Engineering Group Co signed $1.63 billion in procurement orders during the 9th China International Import Expo in Shanghai. The deals include gas turbines from Siemens Energy for a 2,600-megawatt peak-shaving power plant in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The Abu Dhabi facility is scheduled to start commercial operations in 2029.

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China's centrally administered State-owned enterprises expanded global procurements during the 9th China International Import Expo in Shanghai, China Daily reported.

State-owned China Energy Engineering Group Co (Energy China) signed purchase orders valued at $1.63 billion with international suppliers. Key acquisitions included gas turbines ordered from Germany's Siemens Energy.

The equipment is designated for a 2,600-megawatt peak-shaving power plant project in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The facility is scheduled to begin commercial operations in 2029.

Energy China Chairman Ni Zhen stated that the enterprise will utilize its infrastructure expertise to carry out major overseas developments and strengthen global energy partnerships.

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