Iraq, GE Vernova strengthen cooperation to boost power generation
Baghdad forum focuses on expanding electricity capacity, grid modernization, and training to meet Iraq’s rising energy needs
BAGHDAD, Iraq (MNTV) — Iraq’s Ministry of Electricity and GE Vernova co-hosted a high-level forum in Baghdad this week to discuss strategies for expanding the country’s power generation capacity and modernizing its grid infrastructure to meet growing demand.
The event, titled “Pathways to Meeting Iraq’s Energy Demand,” gathered officials from several Iraqi ministries alongside diplomats from the United States, United Kingdom, and France to explore ways of improving efficiency and grid reliability.
GE Vernova presented a range of technological solutions, including advanced gas turbines, AGP XPAND upgrades for existing plants, and systems for capturing and utilizing flared gas.
The company also showcased grid modernization tools such as HVDC transmission systems, Synchronous Condensers, and digital monitoring platforms like GridOS and GridBeats.
As part of ongoing collaboration, the Ministry and GE Vernova are establishing a Monitoring and Diagnostics Center in Baghdad to enhance grid performance and train Iraqi engineers in modern electrification technologies.
Joint initiatives between the two sides have already added approximately 1,000 megawatts to Iraq’s power grid through turbine upgrades.
The Besmaya Power Plant’s capacity has risen to nearly 5,000 megawatts with a new 9F.04 gas turbine, while Bazyan Power Plant implemented GE Vernova’s AGP XPAND technology to increase efficiency.
Over the past 15 years, Iraq and GE Vernova’s partnership has delivered more than 19,000 megawatts of electricity generation capacity and facilitated $3 billion in energy project financing, underscoring the company’s long-term role in Iraq’s energy transformation.
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