Siemens Energy gas turbine for power generation is delivered to the GNA II thermoelectric plant in Porto do Açu and marks works at the Terminal

Siemens Energy reached an important milestone in the works of the thermoelectric plant GNA II, located in Porto do Açu, in São João da Barra (RJ), by delivering the first of the three gas turbines that will make up the plant's power island. This will have an installed capacity of 1,7 GW and is expected to enter into commercial operation in early 2025.

The turbine, which left the Siemens Energy plant in Berlin, Germany, in February, arrived at Porto do Açu, at the Multicargo Terminal – T-MULT, about three miles from the plant's construction site. The second equipment is expected to arrive in May. Each turbine has a nominal capacity of more than 350 MW, weighs around 310 tons, is 11,9 meters long and 5,3 meters high, According to the website Petronotícias.

Importance of the first Siemens turbine for the GNA II project at Porto do Açu

The arrival of the first Siemens Energy turbine for the GNA II plant in Porto do Açu represents a milestone important for the project. With more than 2.700 jobs created, the project structuring promotes economic and social development for the North of Rio de Janeiro, the State of Rio de Janeiro and Brazil. In addition, when the plant is in operation, it will contribute to greater safety and reliability of the National Electric System, as highlighted by the director of Operation and Implementation of Gás Natural Açu (GNA), Carlos Baldi.

Details on the power island of the GNA II plant in Porto do Açu

The power island of the GNA II plant in Porto do Açu will consist of three Siemens gas turbines, one steam turbine, four generators and three steam heat recovery boilers, among other systems, according to information from GNA. The rest of Siemens' power island equipment is expected to arrive by June. Currently, the construction of the GNA II power plant is at 65% progress, with the works concentrated in the electromechanical assembly phase and preparation of areas for receive the equipment. The start of the commissioning period is scheduled for early 2024.

Works in full swing at Porto do Açu!

The GNA II thermoelectric plant, in Porto do Açu, is advancing in its construction with the delivery of the first gas turbine by Siemens Energy, one of the most important pieces of equipment at the plant. The plant, which will have an installed capacity of 1,7 GW, represents an important milestone for the GNA project, promoting the economic and social development of the region, generating jobs and ensuring the safety and reliability of the National Electric System. The terminal is expected to start operating in early 2025.