Orot Rabin modernisation project, Israel

31st May 2019 By: Sheila Barradas - Creamer Media Research Coordinator & Senior Deputy Editor

Orot Rabin modernisation project, Israel

Name of the Project
Orot Rabin modernisation project.

Location
The project is located in Hadera, Israel.

Project Owner/s
Israel Electric Corporation.

Project Description
The project entails the conversion of the existing power station from coal to gas generation.

When operational, the power plant will provide more than 630 MW to the Israeli grid, becoming the largest and the most efficient gas power plant in the country and delivering up to 4% of Israel’s current total power generation capacity.

Potential Job Creation
Not stated.

Capital Expenditure
Not stated.

Planned Start/End Date
Not stated.

Latest Developments
Israel Electric Corporation has awarded a con­tract for the Orot Rabin modernisation project to General Electric (GE), which will include an order for a 9HA.01 heavy-duty gas turbine. The order also includes the steam turbine, generator, heat-recovery steam generator and balance of plant equipment, as well as a 15-year multiyear services agreement.

Key Contracts and Suppliers
GE (heavy-duty gas turbine).

On Budget and on Time?
Not stated.

Contact Details for Project Information
Israel Electric Corporation, tel +972 76864 4072 or email IR@IEC.co.il.