Rolls-Royce has won a major power generation equipment contract in Italy, to supply two highly energy-efficient co-generation units with a heat recovery system for the Olivetti Multiservices’ industrial area of Ivrea (Turin). The GBP 5 million overall project with Olivetti Multiservices spa. of Ivrea (Turin), who supply energy services to the area, includes co-generation units, steam boilers, hot water district heating network, medium voltage station and distribution switchgear, auxiliary items and civil works. At the heart of the project will be the GBP 1.8 million Rolls Royce supply, consisting of two Rolls-Royce Bergen KVGS-16G3 reciprocating gas engines that will provide the Olivetti Multiservices plant with power, steam, and hot water, with the capability of feeding surplus power into the Italian national grid.
As lead contractor Rolls-Royce will be responsible for completion of the entire cogeneration units from design and manufacture through to installation, commissioning and entry into service. Rolls-Royce will supply the entire range of expertise and equipment the power station requires including its co-generation module, heat recovery boiler for hot water and steam production, engine room accessories, boiler pumps, switchgear, ventilation system and auxiliary items. A team of Rolls-Royce engineers and technicians will be dedicated to the construction and preparation of the power station, which is due to enter service this year. The project continues the introduction of full turnkey projects involving Rolls-Royce in Italy.
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