Marzahn gas-fired combined heat and power plant project, Germany

3rd March 2017 By: Sheila Barradas - Creamer Media Research Coordinator & Senior Deputy Editor

Marzahn gas-fired combined heat and power plant project, Germany

Name of the Project
Marzahn gas-fired combined heat and power plant (CHP) project.

Location
The project is located in the Berlin district of Marzahn-Hellersdorf, Germany.

Client
Vattenfall.

Project Description
The project entails the construction of a modern CHP plant.

The gas-fired CHP, with 260 MW of electrical and 230 MW of thermal capacity, as well as a fuel efficiency of about 90%, will be among the most modern assets of its kind.

Jobs to be Created
Not stated.

Value
The project will require an investment of €325-million to complete.

Duration
Construction of the project is expected to start in April 2017, with the start of operations expected in 2020.

Latest Developments
Vattenfall made a final investment decision on the project in February.
Siemens was awarded the contract as general contractor in December 2015 and will deliver the gas turbine, which will be produced at its Berlin location.

Key Contracts and Suppliers
Siemens (gas turbine).

On Budget and on Time?
Not stated.

Contact Details for Project Information
Vattenfall press office, tel +46 8 739 5010 or email press@vattenfall.com.