Vamma run-of-river hydropower plant modernisation, Norway
Name of the Project
Vamma run-of-river hydropower plant modernisation.
Location
Oslo, Norway.
Project Owner/s
Hafslund.
Project Description
Vamma is equipped with 12 turbine-generator units, including ten Francis and two large Kaplan turbines.
It has a total installed capacity of 343 MW and supplies an average of 1 580 GWh/y of electricity.
The project involves the upgrade of Unit 11’s turbine-generator units, increasing the capacity of the unit by 22%, from 100 MW to 122 MW.
It includes the dismantling, reassembling, testing and commissioning, as well as model testing and supply, of new components.
Potential Job Creation
Not stated.
Capital Expenditure
Not stated.
Planned Start/End Date
Commissioning of the fully upgraded Vamma 11 unit is expected in early 2028.
Latest Developments
None stated.
Key Contracts, Suppliers and Consultants
Andritz (Unit 11 upgrade).
Contact Details for Project Information
Hafslund, tel +47 24 11 65 00 or email post@hafslundeco.no.
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