AVAX Group announces the completion of the power generation station and the successful startup and operation of the Besmaya Power Plant, with a capacity of 282.51 MW, in Baghdad.
AVAX Group: Besmaya power generation station with 282.51 MW capacity completed in Iraq
With the delivery of the new unit, the Group completes its third consecutive project at this specific energy station, cementing its long-term partnership with Mass Group Holding (MGH). The unit, which operates on natural gas and consists of a General Electric 9F.04 gas turbine, has been designed with provisions for future upgrade to combined cycle, aiming to further enhance the generated load and related efficiency.
The new power generation unit, with a budget of $82 million, will contribute significantly to the needs of Iraq’s national electricity grid, especially during periods of high demand. The new station in the Besmaya area represents a project of high technological and construction complexity.
This milestone highlights AVAX Group’s strong project management capabilities, combined with technical excellence and dedication of specialized engineering and construction personnel. It also confirms the company’s ability to deliver complex energy infrastructure projects in demanding environments and within strict timelines. This result reflects AVAX’s commitment to quality and reliability.
Major energy project in Romania
Maintaining a long-term and successful partnership with MGH, AVAX Group has already delivered over 3,430 MW of installed capacity to the company. This collaboration continues dynamically, as AVAX is currently implementing in Romania one of Europe’s largest energy projects under construction: the MINTIA Combined Cycle Project with 1,750 MW capacity, a project of utmost importance for Romania. The completion of this flagship project will further enhance the total installed capacity delivered and strengthen the stable relationship that AVAX Group has built over all these years with Mass Group Holding.
AVAX Group Chairman Mr. Christos Ioannou noted: “We are particularly proud of our highly skilled team, which implemented a project of strategic importance and high requirements. This success follows the two previous projects at the same station, as well as the ongoing Mintia Power Plant project in Romania. For this reason, I would especially like to thank MGH for the trust they place in us by assigning us the fourth consecutive project, which for us represents both honor and responsibility. Through projects of this scale, we confirm our commitment to expanding AVAX’s presence in the global energy market, pursuing new successes, creating lasting value, and promoting sustainable development.”
