Voith and Malaysia-based HeiTech Padu Berhad have secured a contract to modernise three hydropower stations in Malaysia with a combined capacity of 472MW.
The contract, awarded by TNB Power Generation Sdn. Bhd. (TNB Genco), a subsidiary of Tenaga Nasional Berhad, is part of Malaysia’s Life Extension Program (LEP) for hydropower assets. The project covers the Temengor, Bersia, and Kenering stations, all located on the Sungai Perak in northern Malaysia.
The Temengor station includes four Francis turbines rated at 100MW each. The Bersia plant is equipped with three vertical Kaplan turbines of 24MW each, and the Kenering station has three Francis turbines of 40MW each. The modernization will also include upgrades to the Bersia Group Control Center, which oversees operations of the river cascade power stations.
The multimillion-euro contract includes rehabilitation of turbine-generator units, automation systems, and electrical and mechanical auxiliary systems. One of the key objectives is to extend the operational lifespan of the facilities and increase generation output. The Temengor station alone is expected to see a 15% increase in output capacity following the upgrades.
“This modernization of our hydropower stations by Voith and HeiTech represent significant step towards ensuring a sustainable and reliable energy supply in Malaysia. We look forward to this collaboration and the positive impact this project will have on our energy infrastructure, suporting TNB’s energy transition initiatives,” a TNB Power Generation Sdn. Bhd. representative said.
“This order represents a significant milestone for Voith and highlights the company’s ongoing commitment and exceptional performance, while also reinforcing its goal to strengthen its presence in Southeast Asia’s hydropower market and advance its global development strategy,” said Hubert Geissberger, Head of Proposals at Voith Hydro.
The modernisation is part of Malaysia’s broader plan to upgrade and maintain its hydropower infrastructure to ensure long-term energy reliability and sustainability.
