Mitsubishi & JEL: Reshaping Energy Procurement in Singapore

A new combined cycle gas turbine (CCGT) facility is set to move ahead on Jurong Island, Singapore, after PacificLight Power Pte Ltd (PLP) awarded a major engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contract to a consortium made up of Mitsubishi Power and Jurong Engineering Limited (JEL).

This 670MW facility will become Singapore’s largest high-efficiency CCGT power plant and will be the first in the country to feature an integrated, large-scale battery energy storage system (BESS), allowing it to dynamically manage electricity supply to meet grid demand.

The plant is due to begin operations in 2029 and is designed to support national energy goals, including a net zero emissions target by 2050.

Contract secured for Singapore’s most efficient CCGT plant

Mitsubishi Power is a power solutions brand of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd, while Jurong Engineering is a well-established engineering and construction company based in Singapore.

Together, the consortium is set to deliver a turnkey solution for the project’s development, covering full engineering, procurement and construction scope. The plant will become the first in Singapore to integrate a BESS of this scale alongside a high-efficiency gas turbine.

At the core of the new CCGT facility is Mitsubishi Power’s M701JAC gas turbine. This model holds the record as the world’s most efficient large-frame gas turbine, reaching over 64% efficiency in combined cycle mode.

With more than three million hours of operational data, it is recognised in the industry for its reliability and performance. The gas turbine is designed with hydrogen co-firing capability, allowing the plant to operate on up to 30% hydrogen initially and shift to 100% hydrogen when the infrastructure is ready.

Yu Tat Ming, CEO at PLP, explains: "This project represents a significant leap forward in PacificLight’s decarbonisation journey and our commitment to powering Singapore with cleaner, more resilient energy. By investing in large-scale energy storage and hydrogen-ready technology, we are future-proofing our infrastructure to meet future energy demands.

"We are proud to partner Mitsubishi Power and Jurong Engineering in advancing Singapore’s sustainable future for generations to come."

Singapore's renewables shift

Singapore’s energy transition strategy focuses on cleaner fuel sources, more efficient technologies and grid flexibility. The integration of a battery energy storage system (BESS) allows the power plant to respond quickly to changes in demand, helping stabilise the grid.

This flexibility supports Singapore’s shift towards renewables and lower-carbon energy.

Mitsubishi Power EVP Daichi Nakajima says: "Mitsubishi Power is honoured to partner JEL to build PLP’s monumental project that would support Singapore’s growing electricity needs and broader energy transition goals.

"Our hydrogen-ready gas turbines, along with the innovative integration of BESS, contribute to future-proof infrastructure crucial to Singapore’s decarbonisation goals. We are committed to working alongside our partners to support this large-scale development that is making history in Singapore’s energy sector."

The project also strengthens Mitsubishi Power’s presence in Singapore. The company has been active in the market since the early 2000s, supplying advanced power generation systems to major CCGT projects.

In this latest deal, Mitsubishi Power and JEL will have delivered two M701F turbines and three M701JAC turbines for Singapore-based projects.

Koichi Watanabe, CEO and Managing Director at JEL, adds: "The development of the CCGT plant marks an important step in advancing the nation’s cleaner energy goals. Drawing on our proven experience in large-scale EPC projects along with Mitsubishi Power’s track record in highly efficient gas turbines, this collaboration reflects a strong synergy and shared commitment to delivering this large-scale facility to the highest standards.

"In support of PLP, we look forward to helping to enhance the resilience and flexibility of Singapore’s power systems."

PacificLight expands existing capacity

PLP already operates two power generation facilities on Jurong Island: an 830MW CCGT power plant and a 100MW Fast Start Ancillary Services facility. The existing CCGT unit is one of the most efficient and reliable in Singapore and forms the backbone of PLP’s power generation capabilities.

The new 670MW facility adds to this portfolio and will bring new capabilities to the island, including hydrogen readiness and grid-scale energy storage. These features align with Singapore’s long-term energy strategy, including plans for importing renewable electricity, deploying low-carbon technologies and improving energy efficiency.

The CCGT facility is designed not only to meet current electricity needs but also to scale for future energy scenarios. The hydrogen co-firing capability is a key element of this strategy, offering a path toward full hydrogen combustion as the supporting fuel infrastructure becomes available.

With the project now in the hands of Mitsubishi Power and JEL, development work continues on what will undoubtedly become a landmark facility.

For procurement teams and EPC stakeholders, the project sets a precedent in combining high-efficiency power generation with emerging technologies in energy storage and alternative fuels.