Voith wins contracts to modernise three hydro plants in Malaysia

The consortium comprising Voith and HeiTech Padu Berhad (HeiTech), a technology company located in Malaysia, has been awarded the contract to modernise three hydropower stations operated by TNB Power Generation Sdn. Bhd. (TNB Genco) a subsidiary of Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB).

The project, part of the Life Extension Program (LEP), includes the Temengor hydropower station, which features four Francis turbines, each with a capacity of 100MW; the Bersia plant, equipped with three vertical Kaplan turbines, each with a capacity of 24MW; and the Kenering station, which has three Francis turbines, each with a capacity of 40MW.

All of the power stations are located on the Sungai Perak, in the northern part of Malaysia. Additionally, the project includes the Bersia Group Control Center for operation and control of the river cascade power stations.

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The multimillion-euro order covers the rehabilitation of turbine-generator units, automation systems, and electrical and mechanical balance of plant auxiliary power station systems.

The primary objectives of the modernisation include extending the operational lifespan of the stations and increasing the annual output of select turbine-generator units. Voith noted that the Temengor Hydropower Station is expected to achieve a 15% boost in output capacity.

“This modernization of our hydropower stations by Voith and HeiTech represent significant step towards ensuring a sustainable and reliable energy supply in Malaysia,” said a TNB Power Generation Sdn. Bhd. spokesperson.

“We look forward to this collaboration and the positive impact this project will have on our energy infrastructure, supporting TNB’s energy transition initiatives.”

Originally published by Sean Wolfe on Factor This