- GE works closely with TNB to cater to Malaysia's power needs
- Agreement reaffirms long-standing relationship between GE and TNB REMACO
- Agreement is aligned with Government efforts to up-skill Malaysian talent
KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA---December 13, 2012--- General Electric (GE) through its company, GE Infrastructure Technology Inc, and TNB Repair and Maintenance (TNB REMACO), a subsidiary of Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB), signed today a Technology Transfer Agreement for GE to transfer repair technology to support the TNB REMACO Repair Center in Klang, Selangor.
The transfer of technology will be carried out with the highest of standards set by GE's certification for Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) repairs on GE gas turbines. Under the agreement, the Center will have the latest repair processes and technologies to upgrade GE gas turbine to meet market demand.
GE will transfer 24,000 operating hour repair technology for Combustion Liner and Transition Piece components that include Renewalloy, Honeycomb, Slurry Coating and EDM Stem Drilling. The technology will enable customers to install refurbished hot gas path parts that require an extended inspection interval instead of the standard 8,000 operating hours.
Dr Kenji Uenishi, President, GE Power & Water, Asia Region said, "GE's relationship with TNB dates back to 1984 when we first provided the national utility with GE's gas turbine technology for the country's first combined cycle power plant. Today's signing marks the extension of an agreement that was first inked with TNB REMACO in 1995 and reaffirms our commitment to support and innovate through new and more efficient technologies to ensure the highest quality standards of repair capabilities and optimized operating costs."
GE and TNB REMACO signed a Technology Transfer Agreement in 1995 for the transfer of repair technology for components of GE's Frame 5, Frame 6B and Frame 9E gas turbines. Under the agreement, GE provided technical support, training and consultation. GE's support was instrumental in helping TNB REMACO establish their first repair and maintenance center in Malaysia.
TNB President / Chief Executive Officer, Dato' Wira Ir. Azman Mohd said, "The collaboration of GE technical know-how and expertise in Gas Turbines and TNB REMACO's highly competent workforce is a strategic partnership that has achieved great value over the years."
"This relationship has helped TNB REMACO to sustain Malaysia's power generation capabilities to fulfill the country's energy needs," stressed Ir. Azman.
Describing the recently conferred The Best Power Plant Service Provider title by the 2012 Frost & Sullivan Malaysia Excellence Awards as another milestone for TNB REMACO, he said today's agreement will further augment TNB REMACO's reputation as a one stop service provider for power related works.
"It will also position TNB REMACO's Repair Center as a regional repair hub, in line with TNB's aim to be a global brand;" Ir. Azman added.
According to the renewed agreement, GE will also provide technical assistance, consultation, training and sharing of information to assist TNB REMACO to up-skill talent and implement applicable standard operating procedures and quality assurance programs, as certified and approved by GE. This will qualify TNB REMACO's Repair Center to be certified as a GE authorized repair facility in Malaysia for combustion and hot gas path stationary parts of GE Model PG6001B Gas Turbines.
The agreement is timely given TNB REMACO's plans to go regional in repair and maintenance capabilities to support power plant service providers. GE provides technology upgrades and plant optimization measures to help increase total plant output and efficiency at TNB power plants. Going forward, GE will also assist in generator overhaul, and parts supply for operation and maintenance to help increase shop repair volume.
In 2011, GE signed a multi-year agreement with TNB to provide maintenance services for the Tuanku Ja'afar PD 2 combined-cycle power station at Port Dickson, Negeri Sembilan.
About GE
GE (NYSE: GE) is an advanced technology, services and finance company taking on the world's toughest challenges. Dedicated to innovation in energy, health, transportation and infrastructure, GE operates in more than 100 countries and employs about 300,000 people worldwide. For more information, visit the company's Web site at www.ge.com.
GE also serves the energy sector by providing technology and service solutions that are based on a commitment to quality and innovation. The company continues to invest in new technology solutions and grow through strategic acquisitions to strengthen its local presence and better serve customers around the world. The businesses that comprise GE Energy---GE Power & Water, GE Energy Management and GE Oil & Gas---work together with more than 90,000 global employees and 2010 revenues of $38 billion, to provide integrated product and service solutions in all areas of the energy industry including coal, oil, natural gas and nuclear energy; renewable resources such as water, wind, solar and biogas; as well as other alternative fuels and new grid modernization technologies to meet 21st century energy needs.
About TNB REMACO
TNB REMACO was first established as a unit within the National Electricity Board in 1979, as the Centralized Maintenance Team, dedicated towards carrying out turbine service and repair work. Upon the privatisation of TNB in 1990, the unit was further developed and enhanced. Later in year 1995, the unit came into its own as a private limited company and was renamed as TNB REMACO.
TNB REMACO's maintenance and improvement solutions cover power plant and equipment of all sizes, types and makes. Its Repair Centre, situated in the country's pioneer power station Connaught Bridge Power Station, is continuously being upgraded to provide enhanced solutions and meet the requirements of regional and international markets. The company also offers comprehensive range of testing and diagnostic services as part of its total solutions approach to customer service. TNB REMACO also provides world class project solutions for TNB's major stakeholders with power related investment interests. In TNB REMACO, also sits the procurement arm for capital spares and ancillary equipment.
Until 2002, TNB REMACO was operating to serve only its parent company. Since expanding its services to external clients, TNB REMACO now boasts a wide range of clients in the local scene, including all the TNB-owned power stations, Genting Sanyen and Pahlawan Power. It also provides its expertise to the Oil and Gas industry to Petronas CUF, Petronas MLNG and GDC KLIA Sepang.
The company also has overseas presence in Pakistan and Saudi Arabia. TNB REMACO has also carried out jobs for their customers in Myanmar, Indonesia, Brunei, Yemen and Singapore.
For further information, please visit www.tnbremaco.com.my.
About Tenaga Nasional Berhad
TNB's core activities are in the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity. In addition to being the nation's primary electricity generation enterprise, TNB also transmits and distributes all the electricity in Peninsular Malaysia, Sabah and Federal Territory of Labuan. As at 31 August 2012, TNB supplies electricity to approximately 8.4 million customers.
TNB, through its subsidiaries, is also involved in the manufacturing of transformers, high voltage switchgears and cables; the provider of professional consultancy services, construction and operating and maintenance of district cooling facilities, generation equipment, repair and maintenance, fuel supply services; services related to renewable energy, energy efficiency and power quality; higher education and skill training and undertakes research and development.
As an integrated electricity provider, TNB has and will continue to meet its crucial role in powering the nation's progress.
For further information, please visit www.tnb.com.my.
For more information, contact:
Jian Yau Ong
GE International
Malaysia
E: [email protected]
T: +603 2267 1816
Jian Yau Ong
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