- Developed by Songon Energies S.A., Songon power plant is built to strengthen energy security and support future growing electricity demand in Greater Abidjan
- GE Vernova 9E turbine technology to support reliable power delivery for industrial growth and millions of households
- Infrastructure development expected to create up to 1,400 new jobs and drive positive community impact
GE Vernova (https://www.GEVernova.com/) announced today that it will provide the gas power technology for the new Songon combined-cycle power plant, located in the Songon region near Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. Following the signing of financing agreements (https://apo-opa.co/3U5xBxI) last June, Songon Energies (https://apo-opa.co/483QKTX) – Ivorian development investment company focused on advancing energy infrastructure – selected GE Vernova to supply a 9E gas turbine and generator. The plant – to be built by the EPC contractor China Energy International Engineering Co., Ltd. – is expected to deliver 372 megawatts (MW), a capacity equal to the power needs of approximately 5 million Ivorian homes.
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Supporting a growing national energy landscape. Côte d’Ivoire has made significant progress, reaching an electrification rate of 94.3 percent by 2024 through initiatives like the “Electricity for All Program” (PEPT), in line with the national goal to achieve universal electrification and improved power quality by 2030. Despite these gains, the nation faces an annual demand growth rate of 10 to 15 percent and rural areas still require expanded access. In this energy landscape, this new power plant will help fill a critical gap. The facility is projected to represent up to 12 percent of the country’s total installed base upon its scheduled 2029 operational launch, playing a vital role in meeting these ambitious development targets. Furthermore, the project is expected to generate up to 1,400 new jobs, creating economic opportunities for the local community.
“The Songon Energies project is designed to strengthen energy security and support future growing electricity demand growth in the Greater Abidjan region while reinforcing the country’s position as a regional energy hub in West Africa,” said Mr. Wang Xiaoming, Deputy General Manager (Acting CEO) for Songon Energies. “The facility is expected to ease energy pressure on the Abidjan metropolitan area, providing a reliable foundation for the development of skilled workers, the growth of industrial zones, the expansion of small and medium-sized enterprises, and a tangible improvement in the daily lives of millions of Ivorian households. We selected to work with GE Vernova for this new power plant, because of our deep trust in their efficient technology and their constant, proven presence in Côte d’Ivoire, which gives us great confidence in the long-term success of this facility.”
“We are honored to support Songon Energies with our proven 9E technology for this crucial infrastructure project,” said Joseph Anis, CEO of Gas Power in Europe, Middle East, and Africa at GE Vernova. “Our commitment to power plant operators is rooted in delivering advanced gas power technology that provides the reliable, dispatchable energy necessary for long-term growth and positive community impact. Beyond the turbine island, we look forward to applying our expertise in powering the HV sub-station, providing digital software, and long-term services to support the broader energy system in its goal to enhance grid stability, operational efficiency, and local prosperity.”
GE Vernova’s commitment to Côte d’Ivoire remains steadfast, built upon a long history of supporting the nation’s electrification goals. The company’s footprint in the country centers on a large installed base, key power transmission hardware, digital software deployments, and long-term service contracts. GE Vernova utilizes its global expertise and local presence to help power plant operators increase power capacity, while supporting a more secure and reliable energy future.
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