DEC signs contract for hydropower plant project in Laos

Dongfang Electric Corporation (DEC) signed a EPC contractor for a 120mw hydropower plant project in Laos, according to bhi.com.cn.

Located in Xiangkhouang province of Laos, 20 kilometers away from the border of Laos and Vietnam, the hydropower plant project involves three 40mw units with a total installed capacity of 120mw.

The project is jointly initiated by Laos and Vietnam and most of generated power will be transmitted to Vietnam's national grid. After its completion, the project will greatly alleviate local power tension.

The project is DEC's fifth EPC contract in Laos.