(MENAFN) Saudi Cement has signed an agreement with GE Power for the upgrade of three GE 6B gas turbines at its Hofuf plant to increase power output and efficiency, Saudi Gazette reported.
Established on the two organizations' long-term collaboration, the project will help Saudi Cement increase power output and efficiency, while reducing the need to draw power from the national grid.
CEO of Saudi Cement, Mohammed AlGarni said, "Power supply is both a key input, as well one of the major costs in our manufacturing process. Reliable, efficient electricity supply is thus essential for the continuous operations of our facility, as well as our market competitiveness. GE Power's Advanced Gas Path upgrade solution will allow us to improve efficiencies and become more self-sufficient in power production."
"As a regional pioneer in the manufacture and supply of high quality clinker and cement, Saudi Cement has played a vital role in the development of construction projects across the Middle East for more than half a century. We are delighted to support their continuous journey of operational improvements and to contribute towards the strengthening of the Kingdom's industrial base," said Joseph Anis, president & CEO of GE's Power Services business in Africa, India and the Middle East.
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