Tekirdağ Gas Power Plant
The Tekirdağ Gas Power Plant (Turkish: Tekirdağ Doğalgaz Kombine Çevrim Santrali) is a critical energy infrastructure asset located in the Tekirdağ Province of northwestern Turkey. Situated in Sultanköy, within the Marmara Ereğlisi district, the facility is positioned approximately 100 km (62 mi) west of Istanbul, providing essential electricity generation for the region.
Key Facts
- Location: Sultanköy, Marmara Ereğlisi, Tekirdağ Province, Turkey.
- Capacity: 956 MW nameplate capacity.
- Technology: Combined cycle gas and steam turbines.
- Current Owner: Electricity Generation Company (EÜAŞ).
- Operational Since: 1999.
- Construction Cost: US$360 million.
Technical Infrastructure and Design
The facility operates as a combined cycle plant, a highly efficient system that uses both gas and steam turbines to produce electricity from a single fuel source. The plant consists of two primary units, designated as Unit A and Unit B, which are located a few hundred meters apart.
The construction of the power plant and its accompanying electrical substation was carried out by the Swedish company ASEA Brown Boveri (ABB). The project was developed under a build–operate–transfer (BOT) model, a procurement method where a private entity receives a concession from the public sector to finance, design, construct, and operate a facility for a specific period before transferring ownership to the state.
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Fuel Supply and Logistics
To maintain its high output, the plant relies on natural gas supplied by the BOTAŞ Petroleum Pipeline Corporation (BOTAS), the state-owned entity responsible for crude oil and natural gas pipelines and trading in Turkey. The plant's strategic location is further enhanced by its proximity to the Marmara Ereğlisi LNG Storage Facility, which is also operated by BOTAŞ.
Ownership History and Transition
The plant's ownership has evolved through its operational lifecycle. Initially, it was owned by the private power producer Uni-Mar Co., a joint venture between the Japanese firm Marubeni and the Belgian company Unit International. During this period, the facility was operated by Engie.
Following the expiration of the BOT contract in 2019, ownership was officially transferred to the state-owned electricity generation company, EÜAŞ. Upon this transfer, the facility was renamed the Tekirdağ Doğalgaz Kombine Çevrim Santralı.
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Facility Summary
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 41°00′26″N 27°58′25″E |
| Nameplate Capacity | 956 MW |
| Construction Firm | ASEA Brown Boveri (ABB) |
| Fuel Source | Natural Gas (via BOTAŞ) |
| Current Operator/Owner | EÜAŞ |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where exactly is the Tekirdağ gas power plant located?
The plant is located in Sultanköy, Marmara Ereğlisi, in the Tekirdağ Province of northwestern Turkey, about 100 km west of Istanbul.
What is the total power generation capacity of the plant?
The facility has a nameplate capacity of 956 MW.
What technology does the plant use to generate electricity?
It utilizes combined cycle technology, which employs both gas and steam turbines to maximize efficiency.
Who currently owns the power plant?
The plant is currently owned by the state-owned electricity generation company, EÜAŞ, having transitioned from Uni-Mar Co. in 2019.
How is the plant fueled?
The plant is fired by natural gas provided by the BOTAŞ Petroleum Pipeline Corporation, benefiting from its location adjacent to the Marmara Ereğlisi LNG Storage Facility.