Black & Veatch to Design Major Combined-Cycle Power Plant in Taiwan

Engineering firm Black & Veatch won a contract to provide engineering and design services for a major combined-cycle power development in Taiwan, the company said in a statement.

Black & Veatch will be responsible for the front-end engineering design (FEED) and detailed engineering for the facility, which will utilize advanced gas turbine technology to maximize efficiency and minimize emissions.

The development is part of a broader effort by Taiwan to replace aging coal-fired plants with high-efficiency natural gas units. Combined-cycle plants are favored for their ability to generate significantly more electricity from the same amount of fuel compared to traditional single-cycle plants by capturing waste heat.

“This project is a critical step in supporting Taiwan’s energy security and its commitment to environmental sustainability,” said Narsingh Chaudhary, President of Black & Veatch’s Asia Pacific and India region.

The company did not disclose the total value of the contract but noted that the project is expected to begin immediate implementation to meet Taiwan’s growing industrial and residential energy demands.