GE Vernova Talks AGP XPAND’s Impact, Supply-Chain Resiliency
Bruno Monetti of GE Vernova details how local supply chain investments and strong supplier relationships can overcome market challenges.
Commonwealth LNG Enters Long-Term LNG Sale, Purchase Agreement with Unnamed Asian Buyer
The large-scale Asian buyer will obtain 1 MTPA of LNG over a 20-year term from the 9.5 MTPA LNG liquefaction and export facility in Cameron, LA.
Technip Energies Designs Offshore Compression Platforms for QatarEnergy LNG’s North Field
Technip Energies’ design includes large-scale offshore platforms, flare platforms, connecting bridges, and related infrastructure.
Consumers Energy Installs Gas Path, Fuel System Tech at Zeeland Gas Plant
The upgrades will improve electricity output, response time, fuel efficiency, and more as Michigan enters its summer peak-generation period.
Ansaldo Energia Improves Output, Efficiency at ENGIE Plant with MXL3 Tech
Ansaldo Energia’s MXL3 upgrade lowers emissions by up to 20%, boosts power output and efficiency, and enables 45% hydrogen co-combustion on its GT26 gas turbine.
Doosan Enerbility, HD Hyundai Accelerate Local Gas Turbine Component Manufacturing
Doosan and HD Hyundai Marine Engine will develop precision casting manufacturing technology and prototype blade materials for gas turbines.
Rotating Machinery Services Acquires Fusion to Enhance Manufacturing, Overhaul, Protection Capabilities
Fusion Inc. joins RMS’s domestic repair network, offering customers thermal spray coatings, laser cladding, and other critical turbomachinery services.
Port of Rotterdam’s Ammonia Bunkering Pilot Sets Up Future for Alternative Fuels
Maaike Grevelink of the Port of Rotterdam Authority discusses the recent ammonia bunkering pilot’s significance for ship-to-ship transfers, safety, and potential hydrogen transport.
VSE Acquires Turbine Weld Industries, Enhances Aftermarket Component Repairs
Turbine Weld Industries will contribute to VSE’s aftermarket position with its repair specifications and technologies for hot-section components.
Hanwha Power Systems Launches Low-CO2 Compressor Line: SM100 Pro Series
The new compressor line features improved corrosion resistance, thermal efficiency, and reduced tube blockage.
GE Vernova Upgrades AGP XPAND, Supplies Gas Turbines to Duke Energy, ExxonMobil Stores CO2, Ansaldo Energia Builds Plant, Woodside Energy Approves LNG Facility
The Turbomachinery News Network, for the week of April 28, 2025, covers news from GE Vernova, ExxonMobil, Ansaldo Energia, and Woodside Energy.
Woodside Energy, bp Sign Natural Gas Supply Agreement for Louisiana LNG Project
Louisiana LNG will purchase approximately 640 Bcf of natural gas from bp, the primary natural gas supplier, with deliveries planned for 2029.
GE Aerospace’s LM500 Marine Turbines Power Korean Navy Patrol Vessels
Hanwha Aerospace will assemble and test the eight LM500 marine gas turbine engines before installing them on four Korean patrol boats.
Woodside Energy Gives ‘Go-Ahead’ to Develop Louisiana LNG
The Louisiana LNG facility is a three-train, 16.5 MTPA development scheduled for first LNG in 2029.
Ansaldo Energia, MVM Agree to Build Combined-Cycle Plant in Hungary
The planned combined-cycle, gas turbine-equipped power plant is expected to be Hungary’s largest and most efficient upon completion, bolstering domestic energy production.
GE Vernova, Duke Energy Enter Gas Turbine Partnership to Meet Evolving Energy Landscape
Duke Energy is installing 11 of GE Vernova's 7HA turbines across numerous power projects using current infrastructure and transmission capabilities to satisfy AI-driven demand.
ExxonMobil Transports, Stores CO2 from Calpine’s Baytown Plant
The CO2 will be injected into ExxonMobil’s pipeline on the U.S. Gulf Coast and permanently sequestered, delivering low-carbon electricity and steam to local customers.
GE Vernova Upgrades Advanced Gas Path to Boost Gas Turbine Power Output
Taurus Energy will be the first to implement the AGP XPAND upgrades, which include improved materials and sealing of advanced gas path components.
MTU Maintenance Increases MRO Shop to Keep up With Energy, Shop Visit Demands
Henrik Harksen of MTU Maintenance talks about its new MRO shop that will support a 30% increase in shop visit volumes.
NextDecade, TotalEnergies Execute LNG Offtake Agreement from Rio Grande Facility
Once Train 4 at the Rio Grande LNG Facility obtains a positive final investment decision, TotalEnergies will receive 1.5 MTPA of LNG over a 20-year term.
Capstone Delivers Microturbines, bp Loads LNG Cargo, Chevron Kickstarts Ballymore, TMC Equips LNG Carriers
The Turbomachinery News Network, for the week of April 21, 2025, covers news from Capstone Green Energy, bp, Chevron U.S.A., and TMC Compressors.
Nikon Enhances Aerospace Component Repair with Additive Manufacturing
Nikon’s research program at the University of Waterloo will combine direct energy deposition and titanium powders to repair damaged or worn aerospace components.
Terra Innovatum, GSR III Combine Businesses, Bring Micro-Modular Reactors to Market
The SOLO micro-modular reactor, currently being assessed by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, delivers 1 Mwe of clean power and uses helium gas cooling to prevent meltdown.
Hanwha Ocean Selects TMC Compressors to Equip Newbuild LNG Carriers
The compressed air systems, which include controls, service air compressors, and ease-of-maintenance features, will be installed on 12 under-construction LNG carriers.
Rolls-Royce SMR Sends Final Tender to Compete in Great British Nuclear Trials
The company is seeking investments in its supply chain and is moving through evaluations conducted by the U.K. nuclear industry’s independent regulators.
Chevron Starts Oil, Natural Gas Production at Ballymore Project
The Ballymore subsea tieback contains three wells connecting to Chevron’s Blind Faith facility, expected to produce up to 75,000 barrels of oil per day.
MAN Energy Drives Naval, Commercial Marine Industry with 175D Engine
Dietmar Zutt of MAN Energy Solutions says the latest combustion and control technologies allow the 175D to achieve rapid maneuverability, acceleration, and long cruising ranges.
Capstone Green Energy’s Microturbines Power Wastewater Treatment Plant
In addition to a second C65 microturbine, the plant will use a Vergent remote monitoring controller to track the combined heat-and-power system.
bp Loads First LNG Cargo from Greater Tortue Ahmeyim Offshore Africa
Once loaded onto the floating LNG vessel, the cargo was cryogenically cooled, liquefied, and stored for transfer to nearby carriers.
EnBW Commissions Plant, Rotterdam Conducts Pilot, Calcasieu Pass Enters Operation, MAN Supplies Propulsion, GE Vernova Equips Plant
The Turbomachinery News Network, for the week of April 14, 2025, covers news from EnBW, the Port of Rotterdam, Venture Global, MAN Energy Solutions, and GE Vernova.
