Rapide-Blanc generating station upgrade, Canada
Name of the Project
Rapide-Blanc generating station upgrade.
Location
The project is located in northern Quebec, Canada.
Project Owner/s
Hydro-Quebec.
Project Description
The project entails the upgrade of an 80-year-old power station.
Included in the project is the replacement of six units at the Rapide-Blanc generating station, including the installation of new turbines, generators and digital governors, as well as the refurbishment of embedded turbine components.
Potential Job Creation
Not stated.
Capital Expenditure
Hydro-Quebec is expected to invest about $613-million in the project.
Planned Start/End Date
Work on the project is expected to begin in 2020. The contract is expected to be completed by the end of 2025.
Latest Developments
Hydro-Quebec has awarded Voith the contract for the replacement of six units at the Rapide-Blanc generating station. The site work and assembly is expected to begin in 2021.
Key Contracts and Suppliers
Voith (replacement of turbines and generators).
On Budget and on Time?
Too early to state.
Contact Details for Project Information
Hydro-Quebec manager public affairs and media Marc-Antoine Pouliot, tel +1514289 3173 or
email pouliot.marc-antoine@hydro.qc.ca.
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