GE’s Grid and Power Conversion Technology to Support Venture Global LNG Facility in the U.S.

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GE’s Grid Solutions and Power Conversion businesses have been contracted by Baker Hughes to provide high-voltage equipment and an energy management system for Venture Global’s Plaquemines LNG export facility in Louisiana. This project aims to enhance the efficiency and reliability of the liquefaction process, following a prior collaboration on the Calcasieu Pass project. GE will supply critical components including 145 kV gas-insulated switchgear, integrated protection systems, and high-voltage transformers, bolstering the company’s role in the energy transition.

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• GE secured a significant contract with Baker Hughes for the Plaquemines LNG facility.
• The contract builds on a successful partnership with Baker Hughes on the Calcasieu Pass project.
• The high-voltage equipment and energy management system enhance operational efficiency and reliability.

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• GE’s Grid Solutions and Power Conversion businesses to supply technology to energy technology company, Baker Hughes for Venture Global’s Plaquemines LNG export facility
• GE’s technology will power the overall liquefaction system Baker Hughes is providing for the Plaquemines export facility, Venture Global’s second project to bring U.S. liquefied natural gas (LNG) to the global market
• The contract builds on previous collaboration with Baker Hughes for Venture Global LNG’s Calcasieu Pass project

ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- GE’s Grid Solutions and Power Conversion businesses (NYSE:GE) have been selected by Baker Hughes, an energy technology company, to provide the high-voltage (HV) equipment and the energy management system (EMS) to support Venture Global LNG’s Plaquemines liquefied natural gas (LNG) export facility in Louisiana.

GE’s Grid Solutions contracts includes the design, engineering, delivery, and commissioning of 145 kV gas-insulated switchgear (GIS), integrated protection and control systems, as well as high-voltage power transformers for the Plaquemines facility. GE Power Conversion will supply the hot redundant EMS, as PQ 1 (25 000 IOs) & 2-A (15 000 IOs), interconnected to guarantee the plant’s electrical resilience.

The combined high-voltage equipment and EMS will allow the power generated at each plant to be distributed with accuracy and reliability to the load centers at each step in the gas liquefaction process.

“We are delighted with our customers’ vote of confidence in our advanced power systems and solutions, which enable operators to power their LNG facilities in an efficient, safe and reliable manner,” said Philippe Piron, CEO of GE’s Grid Solutions and Power Conversion. “With our dedicated team based in the U.S. together with the right mix of GE products, services and solutions, we will continue to support customers’ critical projects during the energy transition.”

GE’s Grid Solutions and Power Conversion businesses received their first contract in 2019 from Baker Hughes for the supply of high-voltage equipment, systems and EMS for Calcasieu Pass, Venture Global’s first LNG facility.

As a global leader in grid infrastructure products, systems, integrated solutions and services, GE supports a broad set of energy intensive and industrial applications, delivering a comprehensive portfolio of primary and secondary power system equipment.

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Allison J. Cohen

GE Renewable Energy, Grid Solutions business

External Communications Manager

Allison.J.Cohen@ge.com

Source: GE

FAQ

What is GE's recent contract with Baker Hughes about?

GE's Grid Solutions and Power Conversion businesses will supply high-voltage equipment and an energy management system for Venture Global's Plaquemines LNG export facility.

How does this contract benefit GE's business?

The contract enhances GE's portfolio in the LNG sector and builds upon a prior successful collaboration with Baker Hughes.

What technology will GE provide for the Plaquemines LNG facility?

GE will supply 145 kV gas-insulated switchgear, integrated protection and control systems, and high-voltage transformers.

When was the previous contract between GE and Baker Hughes established?

The previous contract was awarded in 2019 for the Calcasieu Pass LNG facility.