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Shanghai Electric's Innovations for Energy Transformation

At the recent Enlit Asia 2026 event, held from September 22 to 24 in Jakarta, Indonesia, Shanghai Electric showcased three groundbreaking solutions tailored for the energy transformation landscape within the ASEAN region. This annual platform draws significant attention from various stakeholders in the energy sector, featuring over 11,000 participants and 280 exhibitors, all coming together to exchange insights and shape the future of energy in Southeast Asia.

Focused Solutions for ASEAN's Energy Challenges

Shanghai Electric’s solutions are specifically designed to tackle critical challenges in the energy sector, such as carbon emission reduction from existing thermal systems, enhanced integration of renewable energy sources, and resilience in island network operations. Additionally, these solutions provide low-carbon fuels for both maritime and aviation industries.

1. High-Efficiency and Decarbonization Solutions: This component is crafted to assist countries like Indonesia in decreasing the carbon intensity of their energy systems through modernizing units, transitioning to alternative fuels, and optimizing overall systems.
- Incorporating modular steam turbines suited for combined cycles, it enhances efficiency while minimizing costs. High-performance gas turbines are capable of operating with a 30% hydrogen blend, ensuring lower emissions and improved output.

2. Modernization and Resilience Solutions: Addressing the specific needs of island grids, this solution promotes the integration of renewable energies while stabilizing frequency and voltage. By employing synchronous condensers, flywheels, and multi-technology energy storage, it paves the way for reliable energy provision in isolated regions and critical load scenarios.

3. Integrated Solutions Power-to-X: Following the success of the Jilin Taonan Project, these integrated solutions, which include wind and solar energy production, green hydrogen, biomass gasification, and green methanol synthesis, mark a significant step toward cleaner energy. The project recently achieved a global record by fueling 8,000 tons of green methanol in a single refueling.
- With Phase II launched in August 2026, the target is to produce 200,000 tons of green methanol and 10,000 tons of sustainable aviation fuel per year. This development will extend to maritime and aviation markets across ASEAN nations, contributing to the decarbonization of transportation.

Proven Regional Impact

The launch at Enlit Asia highlights the success that Shanghai Electric has experienced in Southeast Asia, where its systems have been implemented extensively, notably in countries like Indonesia, Malaysia, and Vietnam. Key projects include the Pelabuhan Ratu coal power plant in Indonesia, a renewable energy operation in Selangor, Malaysia, and the Samalaju combined heat and power plant in Sarawak, Malaysia.

These initiatives showcase the company's capabilities in modernizing conventional energy sources and advancing high-efficiency gas production while also supporting the push for renewable energy and green fuels across the region.

Engaging With Industry Leaders

During the Enlit Asia 2026, Shanghai Electric participated in the official conference program, delivering a technical presentation titled “High-Performance Gas Turbine Technology for Clean, Efficient, and Intelligent Power Generation.” This presentation outlined the company's technological roadmap tailored to the region's energy demands.
- Furthermore, the company hosted several dialogues and exchanges with stakeholders from Indonesia's national energy company, PLN, engaging in discussions about fuel diversification and the evolution of the country’s energy system.

Shanghai Electric is committed to leveraging its strengths in energy equipment and systems to collaborate with partners across the ASEAN region, supporting the transition to more efficient, stable, and low-carbon energy systems throughout Southeast Asia.