China Energy Engineering Corporation concluded a $1.627 billion procurement agreement at the China International Import Expo for Abu Dhabi's Tejila C power station. Under the agreement, CEEC will procure three Siemens SGT5-9000HL gas turbines for the 2,600 MW peak-shaving facility. The overall $1.687 billion EPC contract was signed in June 2026, aiming for commercial operation in 2029.
China Energy Engineering Corporation finalized a $1.627 billion procurement order for gas turbines at the China International Import Expo in Shanghai. The equipment is designated for the 2,600 MW Tejila C peak-shaving power station in Abu Dhabi, ahead of planned commercial operations in 2029.
Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer BYD held demonstrations in Abu Dhabi showcasing its high-performance and luxury technology ambitions. Working alongside the Integrated Transport Centre, the company completed a record speed run on Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan Road. Abu Dhabi transport officials noted the initiative aligns with the emirate's strategy to link Chinese automakers with regional and international markets.
Chinese manufacturers BYD and Sungrow have secured contracts totalling nearly 19 gigawatt-hours for Abu Dhabi clean energy company Masdar's round-the-clock solar-storage project. Concurrently, Gotion High-Tech obtained a 6 gigawatt-hour battery storage order in Saudi Arabia as Chinese suppliers adapt to strict high-temperature performance requirements.
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