GE’s MV7000 family delivers efficient and flexible control of electric power. The converters create less energy loss compared to their low-voltage counterparts, which makes them ideal for offshore wind projects.
Driven by energy security, decarburization and industrial benefit, the Chinese government has set up an ambitious plan to achieve 30-GW installations by 2020 in the offshore wind industry. China’s offshore industry has seen robust growth over the past few years.
GE’s Power Conversion business, a sub-business of GE Energy Connections, is set to provide its proven 5-MW medium-voltage (MV) converter to XEMC Windpower Co. Ltd. based on the MV7000 product platform. XEMC Windpower is one of China’s leading offshore wind OEMs.
With prototypes of similar technologies already installed and operational for decades in Europe and China, GE’s 5-MW MV7000 converters are the ideal fit for the rapidly expanding Chinese offshore industry. MV solutions create less loss compared to their low-voltage counterparts, which is of utmost importance when wind farms are located far away from the shores.
In offshore wind farms, equipment reliability is one of the primary concerns for farm operators and owners. All of the converters will be manufactured in GE’s factory located in Shanghai, which aptly demonstrates GE’s commitment of being “In China, For China.”
“With GE’s proven technology and a thorough understanding of the needs and requirements of the regional players in the industry, we are capable of providing the right solutions that meet our Chinese customers’ requirements,” said Francesco Falco, chief commercial officer, GE’s Power Conversion business. “We are confident that GE’s local presence and reliable solution will provide our customers with considerable value.”
In addition to the deal, GE’s Grid Solutions business, a sub-business of GE Energy Connections, can offer an optimized solution for smooth grid integration. Together, GE Energy Connections is well-positioned to help meet local energy demands by managing electricity from generation to grid integration.
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