Mitsubishi, ITB Expand Research Partnership for Ammonia-Based Power in Indonesia

The Institut Teknologi Bandung (ITB) and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) inked a new research agreement to extend a long-term partnership concerning the exploration of ammonia-based clean power generation in Indonesia; specifically, accelerating research on ammonia-based fuel applications. The new agreement furthers research into ammonia combustion, with a primary focus on understanding how ammonia may be applied safely and effectively in gas turbine systems.

“Research and development are central to MHI and Mitsubishi Power as we work to advance cleaner power technologies,” said Satoshi Hada, Senior Vice President of the GTCC Business Division at MHI. “We are pleased to continue our long-standing collaboration with ITB. Ammonia is increasingly recognized as a promising carbon-free fuel, but realizing its potential requires an understanding of its unique properties. By building on the progress achieved together, we look forward to strengthening the technical foundations that can support cleaner and more sustainable power generation in Indonesia.”

The continued collaboration between ITB, MHI, and its power solutions brand, Mitsubishi Power, will reinforce the technical knowledge required to support practical ammonia usage in power generation, in addition to satisfying Indonesia’s long-term decarbonization goals: net-zero emissions by 2060.

“The transition to cleaner energy is essential in addressing climate change,” said Prof. Ari Darmawan Pasek, of ITB. “Our collaboration with MHI reflects the importance of combining academic research with industrial expertise to advance cleaner fuel technologies. We are confident that this continued partnership will contribute insights to support the future role of ammonia in power generation and Indonesia's decarbonization journey.”

The initial research collaboration was forged in 2020 via a memorandum of understanding, focusing on next-generation clean energy solutions and analyzing large-scale data sets from Indonesian power plants. Their partnership was previously extended in 2022 and progressed through numerous research initiatives focused on ammonia-fired power generation.

Qatar IWPP Facility

In mid-January 2026, the Ras Abu Fontas Power Co. granted Mitsubishi Power a contract to supply advanced gas turbine technology, specifically M701 JAC models, for Qatar’s Facility E Independent Water and Power Project (IWPP). Samsung C&T Engineering and Construction Group also won a contract for engineering, procurement, and construction activities at Facility E IWPP. The EPC and turbine supply work will be undertaken in partnership with Qatar General Electricity and Water Corp.

Mitsubishi Power’s M701 JAC gas turbines feature a flexible operating profile and hydrogen co-firing capabilities, playing a critical role in stabilizing Qatar’s electricity power grid and supporting an ongoing shift toward sustainable, low-carbon power generation. This marks the first M701 JAC deployment in Qatar, integrating reliability, efficiency, and hydrogen readiness into domestic power infrastructure.

Additionally, Mitsubishi Power signed a long-term service agreement to supply parts, repairs, and services for Facility E IWPP, ensuring high availability and sustained reliability and performance throughout the project’s operational life. The Facility E project is expected to start operations in 2028, aligning with Qatar’s National Vision 2030: a decarbonization strategy to reduce carbon emissions and increase reliance on cleaner energy sources.