- New Wärtsilä engine power plants will relieve peak pressure on the Mexican grid
- ABB will supply 46 large high voltage generators as well as switchgear, control systems, drives and turbochargers to Mexico
The technology group Wärtsilä, a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets, is building a pair of engine power plants for Mexico. The two plants will run continually through the summer, when temperatures can exceed +50°C, to support the peak demand for electricity. For the rest of the year, the plants will operate a grid balancing service.
ABB will supply the large high voltage (HV) generators and associated equipment needed for the two plants. They comprise a 400-megawatt (MW) facility and a 200 MW plant.
In addition to the 46 large generators, ABB will deliver medium voltage (MV) switchgear for power distribution, power plant controls systems and drives. ABB turbochargers will also be used at one of the plants. Both plants are scheduled to commence operating at partial capacity as soon as summer 2022. The projects will be completed during a second phase and become fully operational by summer 2023.
“At Wärtsilä, we are excited that ABB is fulfilling this order, supporting our engineering, procurement and construction concept to ensure a fast track delivery. We’re looking forward to building upon this relationship in the future,” said Sushil Purohit, President of Wärtsilä Energy and EVP Wärtsilä.
"ABB has deep expertise in power plant applications combined with reliable technology and partnership. We are proud to have Wärtsilä as a long-term partner and to be able to deliver this project quickly. Success is built together with our customers and partners," says Eero Koski, President of ABB's Energy Industries Division.
