GE is currently under contract to supply turbines for the Balloki and Bhikki combined-cycle power plants in Pakistan.
The Haveli, Balloki and Bhikki power plants are expected to generate electricity to meet power requirement of nearly 20 million Pakistani homes.
GE Power gas power systems president and CEO Joe Mastrangelo said: "At Haveli, Balloki and Bhikki plants, GE’s high efficiency technologies will help bring reliable power to the grid, so we can help Pakistan overcome shortages and meet its expanding energy needs."
National Power Park Management Company (NPPMCL), the holding company of Haveli Bahadur Shah power plant, CEO Rashid Mahmood Langrial said: "The Haveli facility will help put power on the grid efficiently, using the most advanced technology available."
GE is responsible for the supply of two 9HA.01 gas turbines and one steam turbine for Bhikki power plant as well as two 9HA gas turbines for Balloki facility.
The firm has signed several key agreements in the country. Among the deals, the firm signed a memorandum of understanding with the government to develop energy resources.
Pakistan’s energy demand is estimated to reach 54,000MW by 2020.
Image: A GE-built 9HA gas turbine. Photo: courtesy of General Electric.
