Eneva And GE Vernova Launch Operations At Azulão Power Plant To Deploy Firm Power In Complex Transmission Environments

• Powered by GE Vernova’s H-Class gas turbine technology, the Azulao I is contracted to provide up to 295 megawatts (MW) of firm and dispatchable capacity to Brazil’s National Interconnected System (SIN) and helping ensure grid stability.
• The Azulão I thermal power plant showcases GE Vernova’s capabilities to help provide high-efficiency power in even the most complex transmission environments
• This milestone marks the completion of the first phase of the construction of the Azulão gas power complex in the Brazilian state of Amazonas.

GE Vernova Inc. and Eneva, the largest private natural gas operator in Brazil, celebrated the start of commercial operation of the Azulão I thermal power plant, located in Silves, approximately 330 kilometers (205 miles) from Manaus. Contracted to provide 295 megawatts (MW) of capacity to Brazil’s National Interconnected System (SIN) for 15 years, the new plant will contribute to enhancing the stability, reliability and security of the country’s electricity supply. The project is the first asset of Eneva’s Azulão Complex, which comprises the Azulão I and Azulão II power plants.

At the heart of the Azulão I facility is GE Vernova’s high-performance 7HA.02 gas turbine, paired with a H65 generator. The advanced turbine is expected to deliver the rapid load-following capabilities needed to balance the grid and support the growth of non-dispatchable renewables, like wind and solar, across Brazil.

The project’s success is anchored by Eneva’s pioneering "Reservoir-to-Wire" (R2W) model, which improves infrastructure by generating electricity at the source of natural gas production. To integrate this plant into the Tucuruí-Macapá-Manaus one of the world’s longest and most challenging high-voltage transmission corridors spanning ~1,850 km (1,150 miles) — Eneva and GE Vernova implemented a custom-engineered Sub Synchronous Resonance (SSR) blocking filter paired with a torsional stress relay solution to help ensure the plant could operate reliably and in harmony with the surrounding transmission system.

Additionally, utilizing its extensive local service capabilities, GE Vernova secured a 15-year service agreement aiming to help ensure the highest levels of reliability and operational availability.

“The start of commercial operations at Azulão I represents the realization of one of Eneva’s most significant projects. This development demonstrates our ability to structure and execute large-scale strategic investments, even in highly complex logistical and operational environments. The Azulão Complex reinforces the consistency of our integrated business model, the strength of our company, and our commitment to contributing to Brazil’s energy security and economic development,” said Rafael Coitinho, Engineering, Construction & Assembling Director at Eneva.

According to Brazil's Ten-Year Energy Expansion Plan (PDE 2035), developed by the Energy Research Company (EPE), renewables are expected to cover more than 85% of Brazil's electricity generation by 2035, particularly with the expansion of wind and solar generation. Given the inherent intermittency of these sources, gas turbines are critical for balancing the system, providing dispatchable power necessary to stabilize the grid and help meet demand.

“Azulão is the ultimate expression of our comprehensive portfolio strength” said Marco Vera, VP of New Units for GE Vernova’s Gas Power business in Latin America. “By integrating our advanced gas-powered technology with specialized, cutting-edge grid-stabilization solutions, and long-term maintenance services, we have proven that we can deploy high-efficiency power in even the most complex transmission environments. Our ability to tailor these end-to-end solutions reflects our deep commitment to addressing our customer's most demanding energy needs and underscores our unwavering dedication to supporting Brazil’s economic development and long-term energy security.”

GE Vernova’s presence in Brazil spans over 100 years, supported by a local workforce of approximately 5,000 employees, including dedicated local service capabilities. The company’s commitment is underpinned by a robust installed base—generating approximately 40% of Brazil’s total electricity.