Construction of a 660MW power generation plant at the Hunter Power Project in Kurri Kurri, New South Wales, has been awarded to CIMIC Group’s UGL as the Principal Contractor.
More than $185 million in revenue will be generated by the contract over the course of two years. F-class gas turbine generators and related axillaries will be used to generate power at the plant, which will be capable of operating on a hydrogen fuel mix.
CIMIC Group Chief Executive Officer Juan Santamaria said: “Hydrogen-ready gas turbines have an important role in reducing carbon emissions from traditional power generation.
“We are pleased to work with Snowy Hydro to play a part developing this hydrogen-capable plant and to support the local community by creating direct and indirect job opportunities in the industry.”
UGL Managing Director Doug Moss said: “UGL is delighted to begin its relationship with Snowy Hydro, providing support on the journey to develop a power generation facility in the Hunter region.
“UGL is well-placed to provide the expertise, skill development and training for the construction, installation and operations of new generation technologies across Australia.”
The contract will start this month.
