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Another World’s First: INNIO Receives ‘H2-Readiness’ Certification from TUV SUD for Engine Power Plant Concept

The INNIO Group receives the “H2-Readiness” certification from TUV SUD for its Jenbacher Type 4 and 6 hydrogen product line and the associated concept to operate power plants on 100% hydrogen.
This independent certification increases investment security for companies and municipalities during the transition to net zero.
The Jenbacher hydrogen engine power plant concept makes fast, efficient, and future-proof energy supply possible

The INNIO Group (INNIO*) has received “H2-Readiness” certification from TÜV SÜD for its Jenbacher* engine power plant concept. This certification highlights how an investment in hydrogen-ready Jenbacher cogeneration systems is an investment in a clean energy future. The concept enables both the conversion of existing Jenbacher power plants to hydrogen (H2) and the planning of new hydrogen-ready Jenbacher power plants. As a result, they can make an important contribution to a secure, affordable, and climate-friendly supply of power and heat.

INNIO Accepting Certification – Ferdinand Neuwieser (left) and Dr. Andreas Kunz (right) during the certificate handover at INNIO’s headquarters in Jenbach, Austria

Offering communities and companies a high degree of investment security, this first stage of TÜV SÜD certification attests the “H2-Readiness” of INNIO’s plant concept based on the Jenbacher Type 4 and 6 product lines. INNIO is the world’s first company to offer energy solutions based on an “H2-Readiness” concept certified by TÜV SÜD for new engine power plants and for converting existing power plants to run on 100% hydrogen.

“We are ‘Ready for H2,’ and the independent certification from TÜV SÜD provides even more investment security for companies and municipalities,” said Dr. Andreas Kunz, chief technology officer of the INNIO Group. “Hydrogen-ready energy solutions secure our energy supply of tomorrow.”

“Our ‘H2-Readiness’ certification guideline enables engine manufacturers, plant operators, and insurers to apply a standardized and transparent evaluation framework,” said Ferdinand Neuwieser, CEO of TÜV SÜD Industrie Service GmbH. TÜV SÜD took the contributions of the INNIO Group’s experts and other key players in the industry into account in a peer-review process to develop the certification guideline.

The certification covers a complete engine power plant with all relevant subsystems. It does not refer exclusively to new “H2-Ready” engine power plants, but also defines a roadmap for retrofitting existing plants – from gradual admixing to pure hydrogen operation.

TÜV SÜD’s certification of an “H2-Ready” engine power plant consists of three stages and three corresponding certifications: During the bidding phase, a Concept Certification is issued for the conceptual design including all boundary conditions. INNIO is the first manufacturer worldwide to receive this Concept Certificate. In the implementation phase of a specific project, a Project Certificate is issued based on the final plant design and its specifications. Finally, a Transition Certificate evaluates the conversion/retrofitting of an existing engine power plant to hydrogen operation. This third stage also includes a review of the retrofit measures and their impact on safety and performance. The certification offered by TÜV SÜD can be applied to a wide range of engine power plants.

INNIO is a pioneer in the field of hydrogen with its technology designed for gas and hydrogen mixtures. With its Jenbacher “Ready for H2″** technology, INNIO is also one of the first companies to offer engines in the 1 MW class that can operate on 100% hydrogen. As of 2025, the entire Jenbacher product portfolio will be rolled out for operation with 100% hydrogen. Due to their huge operational flexibility and short start-up times, Jenbacher energy solutions are essential for stabilizing energy systems that are increasingly dependent on volatile renewable energy sources.

About INNIO Group
INNIO* Group is a leading energy solution and service provider that empowers industries and communities to make sustainable energy work today. With its product brands Jenbacher* and Waukesha* and its digital platform myPlant*, INNIO offers innovative solutions for the power generation and compression segments that help industries and communities generate and manage energy sustainably while navigating the fast-changing landscape of traditional and green energy sources. INNIO is individual in scope, but global in scale. With its flexible, scalable, and resilient energy solutions and services, INNIO enables its customers to manage the energy transition along the energy value chain wherever they are in their transition journey.

INNIO is headquartered in Jenbach (Austria), with other primary operations in Waukesha (Wisconsin, U.S.) and Welland (Ontario, Canada). A team of more than 4,000 experts provides life-cycle support to INNIO’s more than 55,000 delivered engines globally through a service network in more than 100 countries.

In March 2023, INNIO’s ESG rating ranked first out of more than 500 companies worldwide in the machinery industry assessed by Sustainalytics.

For more information, visit INNIO’s website at www.innio.com. Follow INNIO Group and its brands on X (formerly known as Twitter) and LinkedIn.

About TÜV SÜD
Founded in 1866 as a steam boiler inspection association, the TÜV SÜD Group has evolved into a global enterprise. Over 26,000 employees continually improve technology, systems and expertise at more than 1,000 locations in around 50 countries. They contribute significantly to making technical innovations such as Industry 4.0, autonomous driving, renewable energy and hydrogen technologies safe and reliable. www.tuvsud.com

* INNIO, Jenbacher, Waukesha, and myPlant are trademarks of the INNIO Group or one of its affiliates. All other trademarks and company names are the property of their respective owners.

** In general, “Ready for H2” Jenbacher units can be converted to operate on up to 100% hydrogen in the future. Details on the cost and timeline for a future conversion may vary and need to be clarified individually.

Contact Information
Susanne Reichelt, INNIO Media Relations, susanne.reichelt@innio.com +43 664 80833 2382
Dr. Thomas Oberst, TÜV SÜD AG, thomas.oberst@tuvsud.com +49 89 57 91 23 72

PT PLN receives 2 Asian Experience Awards 2023, for Customer Service Innovation, Digital Transformation

PT PLN (Persero) received two awards from The Asian Business Review at the Asian Experience Awards 2023. The awards, for Ux and Dx in the Energy category, were presented by Simon Hyett, Contributing Editor, The Asian Business Review, to Darmawan Prasodjo, the President Director of PLN, at the Asian Experience Awards in Singapore on Thursday, October 5th.

The Indonesia User Experience of the Year and Indonesia Digital Experience of the Year, presented to President Director Darmawan Prasodjo, PLN, at the Asian Experience Awards 2023.

PLN received two awards in the energy category: Indonesia User Experience of the Year for the PLN Mobile application and Indonesia Digital Experience of the Year for the company’s digital transformation. This achievement is the outcome of PLN’s transformation and innovation, which has enabled it to give excellent service to consumers.

According to the Asian Business Review, PLN, an Indonesian state-owned enterprise, demonstrates the most advanced innovation in the energy sector, especially electricity. The coveted prize was granted to PLN as a worldwide acknowledgement of its achievements among 16 countries and 60 well-known Asian companies. PLN is the only company in the energy sector to get an award at this event.

Darmawan Prasodjo, President Director of PLN, said this achievement is concrete proof of PLN’s innovation and transformation, which continues to be oriented towards customer focus. “PLN has continued to carry out digital-based transformation from primary energy, power generation, transmission, distribution, financial systems, procurement systems, and customer service during the last three years. This digital transformation has proven to boost company efficiency,” Darmawan said.

Darmawan further stated that the digitalization carried out by PLN and its subsidiaries simplifies, accelerates, and integrates the whole business process. It can also be monitored and controlled in real-time. “PLN continues to progress and develop in line with the changing times. Therefore, the digital-based transformation that we carry out should be massively done, changing the service system that was previously slow and unresponsive to be fast and very satisfying,” Darmawan explained.

One of the results of this transformation is the existence of the new PLN Mobile application. PLN’s success in changing and managing its mobile application has received recognition at the international level “The new PLN Mobile is able to answer customer needs as a one-stop solution application. Some of the services offered by the new PLN Mobile application range from new power installation requests, electric bill payments, token purchases, better complaint handling, and EV digital services to the marketplace. As a result, nearly 44 million users have downloaded PLN Mobile, and the rating has reached 4.9 out of 5,” he added.

Darmawan stated that PLN will continue to drive the spirit to improve the quality of PLN in serving customers. “This achievement adds to our awards, acquired both domestically and internationally. I dedicate this achievement to all parts of the PLN team who continuously provide the best service for the community,” stated Darmawan.

Apart from companies in the energy sector, at this event, awards were also given to companies engaged in other fields, such as Oil & Gas, won by Petronas Malaysia; Telecommunications, won by China Mobile International Singapore; and banking by Khrungthai Bank PCL from Thailand.

About PLN

PT PLN (Persero) is a state-owned electricity company that continues to be committed and innovative in carrying out a mission to illuminate and move the nation. With a vision to become the leading electricity company in Southeast Asia, PLN is moving towards becoming the number one choice for energy solutions. PLN is committed to transformation with aspirations of being Green, Lean, Innovative, and Customer-focused to provide electricity for a better life. PLN can be contacted through the PLN Mobile application available on the PlayStore or AppStore. https://portal.pln.co.id

Contact
Gregorius Adi Trianto
Corporate Communications & CSR,
Executive Vice President, PT PLN
Tel. +82-21 7261122
https://portal.pln.co.id

Unleash Spectacular Power with BLUETTI’s New Arrival and Prime Big Deal Days

From October 5th to 20th, BLUETTI, the renowned power station brand, is holding its Prime Big Deal Days. To add more excitement, the company will also launch a new model.

Latest Innovation: BLUETTI EP760 Energy Storage System
Beyond offering single-phase 7,600W backup power in 10ms, the EP760&B500 is an integrated home battery system for saving on energy bills. Its modular design allows users to choose two to four 4.96kWh B500 batteries based on their energy needs or solar generation. The EP760 system accepts 9,000W of solar input and stores any surplus in the batteries for future use. Without solar panels, the system serves as daily energy storage and charges as set to save money from time-of-use electricity policies. The model will be available in Australia from late November.

BLUETTI Prime Big Day Deals

Home Backup Power: AC300+B300+PV350
The AC300+B300 modular system is also a scalable power solution for different homes. It provides 3,000W power to run heaters, refrigerators, and sensitive computers. Featuring efficient 5,400W AC+solar dual charging, it can harness free solar energy and low-cost grid power to keep utility bills in check. Paired with BLUETTI folding solar panels like the PV350, the AC300 accepts 2,400W solar power to support off-grid living anywhere. Its 3,000W all-in-one counterpart, the EP500Pro, packs 5,120Wh power in a large, wheeled package, both powerful and movable.

Portable Generators for Adventures: EB3A, EB70, AC200MAX, AC180

The BLUETTI EB3A and EB70 are compact companions for outdoor activities. Weighing about 4.6kg and 9.7kg respectively, the powerhouses are handy and capable of charging up all electronics and small devices during weekend camping. For more power and runtime, the BLUETTI AC200MAX and AC180 come into play. With capacities ranging from 1,152Wh to 2,048Wh, they ensure a consistent power supply for RV road trips and outdoor living.

BLUETTI’s new arrivals and deals provide an opportunity to get savings now and beyond. Don’t miss out on these incredible offers.

About BLUETTI
BLUETTI has been committed to promoting sustainability and green energy solutions since its inception. By offering eco-friendly energy storage solutions for both indoor and outdoor use, BLUETTI aims to provide exceptional experiences for our homes while also contributing to a sustainable future for our planet. This commitment to sustainable energy has helped BLUETTI expand its reach to over 100 countries and gain the trust of millions of customers worldwide.

Contact:
Amanda Yan
Email: pr@bluetti.com

Revolutionizing Home Energy: Your Definitive Guide to Solar Generators

Every year, Australia is bathed in an average of approximately 58 million megawatts of solar radiation, around 10,000 times greater than the country’s annual energy need. However, despite this tremendous potential, the rising electricity prices in 2023, as predicted by The Australian Energy Regulator (AER), are causing household electricity bills to soar by as much as 24.9%. This surge in electricity prices has prompted many Australian households to explore solar energy to meet their energy needs while keeping costs down. In this definitive guide, we’ll delve into the world of solar generators, a revolutionary solution that harnesses the power of the sun to reduce energy bills.

Understanding Solar Generators and Their Benefits

Solar generators are cutting-edge devices designed to capture and store solar energy for on-demand electricity supply. At their core, these generators comprise solar panels for sunlight capture, a battery for energy storage, and an inverter to convert stored DC electricity into usable AC power to run household appliances. The concept is elegantly simple: during daylight hours, solar panels convert sunlight into electricity, which is then stored in the battery for use later, even on cloudy days or during the night.

The true beauty of solar generators lies in their ability to tap into the sun’s abundant energy, making it readily available for everyday use. By embracing solar generators, homeowners can significantly reduce their dependence on the grid, leading to substantial energy bill savings. Moreover, solar generators offer energy independence, ensuring a continuous power supply during grid failures or emergencies. The advantages extend beyond financial savings and peace of mind during power disruptions; the transition to renewable solar energy helps reduce one’s carbon footprint, contributing to a more sustainable and eco-friendly future.

What to Look at When Purchasing a Solar Generator

When considering the purchase of a solar generator, several crucial factors need careful evaluation:

Battery Capacity

Battery capacity, measured in watt-hours (Wh), dictates the amount of energy that can be stored and the duration for which the generator can provide power before needing a recharge. To make an informed choice, calculate the estimated runtime for essential loads like lighting, refrigeration, and cooking appliances. Typically, larger capacity equals extended backup power during cloudy days or at night.

Power Capacity

Determine your power requirements by counting the total wattage of devices and appliances you intend to run with the generator. Keep in mind that the power rating you see on a solar generator label, such as 1,800W AC output, represents its total AC output rather than the power available from a single outlet. Ensure the solar generator’s capacity aligns with your needs and factor in surge power requirements for appliances that need extra power to start.

Battery Type

The type of battery significantly impacts a solar generator’s size, capacity, lifespan, safety, and charging/discharging performance. Lithium-ion batteries, the industry standard, offer high energy density, longevity, stability, and a lightweight design. Consider durable options like lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) batteries, known for their long-lasting service life, or lightweight alternatives like nickel cobalt manganese (NCM) batteries.

Solar Panel Charging

Some solar generators may exclusively support specific solar panels. Opt for generators with wider compatibility for solar panels, as this enhances their versatility. Faster charging speeds translate to quicker replenishment of energy reserves. Most solar generators are equipped with MPPT (Maximum Power Point Tracking) controllers to optimize sunlight utilization.

Inverter Type

The inverter plays a pivotal role in the quality of the supplied power. Generally, there are two types of inverters: pure sine wave inverters and modified sine wave inverters. Pure sine wave inverters provide stable power, ideal for most modern appliances and sensitive devices, while modified ones are suitable for simpler systems without delicate electronics or audio equipment.

Recommended Solar Generators for All Needs
For those seeking to harness the potential of solar generators, here are some top picks tailored to different needs. These generators can connect to various solar panels, including BLUETTI’s folding models designed to maximize sunlight exposure, whether on walls, balconies, or vehicles.
1. Best Entry-Level Home Solar Generator: BLUETTI AC200MAX With just a few solar panels, such as the BLUETTI PV200, this generator can charge at 700W, fully charging its 2,048Wh battery in as little as 3.5 hours under optimal conditions (or 2.5 hours when connected to mains electricity for a 1,400W dual input). It delivers 2,200W pure sine wave power and can power most home appliances. Its compact design also makes it a portable power source for when you’re on the move.
2. Best Short-Term Solution for Essential Appliances: BLUETTI AC300&B300 This powerful generator can accept up to 2,400W of solar charging, swiftly topping up a 3,072Wh basic combo within hours. Featuring a scalable capacity ranging from 3,072Wh to 12,288Wh by adding one to four 3,072Wh B300 batteries, it offers a customizable solution to expand storage as your energy needs grow. With a responsive UPS for a fast switchover in 20ms, the BLUETTI AC300&B300 shines as an essential asset during outages, as highlighted by the BLUETTI hero, Fobia. He wisely invested in an AC300 paired with three B300 batteries to store solar energy generated from his roof-mounted solar panels, ensuring a continuous power supply and potentially achieving power self-sufficiency.
3. Best Expandable Whole-House Generator: BLUETTI AC500&B300S Winner of the prestigious CES 2023 Innovation Award, the BLUETTI AC500&B300S is a remarkable solar generator that delivers 5,000W of pure sine wave power with a 10,000W surge. It’s capable of easily powering the entire house. Its scalable capacity can increase to a maximum of 18,432Wh when connected to up to six 3,072Wh B300S batteries, ensuring ample energy reserves to survive multi-day blackouts. It offers 3,000W of solar charging. Combined with BLUETTI’s high-efficiency PV350 solar panels, it provides a reliable power solution to harness renewable energy sources for sustainable power generation.

Revolutionize Your Home Energy
As electricity prices in Australia continue to rise, harnessing the abundant solar energy available to us becomes a sustainable and viable choice for reducing energy bills. Solar generators offer a versatile solution, providing clean and renewable power to meet your daily needs while contributing to a more sustainable future. With the right solar generator from BLUETTI, you can transform your home into an energy-efficient haven, benefiting both your wallet and the environment. Embrace the power of the sun and revolutionize your home energy with solar generators today!

Contact: Amanda Yan, Integrated Marketing for BLUETTI pr@bluetti.com

China Energy Summit & Exhibition Commenced in Beijing, China Accelerating Asia’s Energy Transition with LNG, Gas, Hydrogen & Ammonia

The opening ceremony of the China Energy Summit & Exhibition was held on the morning of September 20, 2023, at the China World Hotel in Beijing. The summit and exhibition was hosted until the 21st September 2023 and brought together hundreds of industry leaders, policymakers, industry experts, and innovators to collectively explore the relevant opportunities and challenges facing the energy industry in China, Asia, and globally.

At the opening ceremony, Marcus Magee, Vice President of dmg events, delivered a welcome speech. He emphasised that the energy sector is currently undergoing a revolutionary transformation, and it is imperative for all parties to collaborate in addressing carbon reduction and promoting a new energy landscape. He also expressed his hope that this event would provide a fresh platform for the energy industry to facilitate practical and progressive energy transformation.

Following, Zheng Jun, Vice President of PetroChina International, shared his insights on the green development transformation strategy. He emphasised the global issues such as energy security, climate change, and the low-carbon economy that are driving the energy industry to accelerate its transition to green energy. PetroChina places a high priority on low-carbon transformation and has formulated an overall plan consisting of three stages: clean substitution, energy continuity, and green transformation. He also highlighted that as a developing country, China is highly sensitive to energy costs, and high energy costs are not conducive to China’s economic development.

“PetroChina is well aware of this responsibility, and we are committed to promoting decarbonisation, energy diversification, and ensuring the supply of affordable energy. We are determined to lead in sustainable development,” said Zheng Jun, Vice President of PetroChina International. Additionally, he mentioned PetroChina’s efforts in low-carbon energy sources such as natural gas and biofuels and emphasised the core importance of ensuring energy supply security.

Luo Daqing, Vice President of the Sinopec Economics & Development Research Institute (EDRI), provided a detailed overview of the vital role of green hydrogen in sustainable energy transformation at the opening ceremony. He emphasised that energy transformation is imperative, and green hydrogen plays a crucial role in areas such as non-fossil energy substitution, energy storage, and power supply. Luo Daqing also elaborated on the applications of hydrogen energy in industries, transportation, and power generation, highlighting the critical role of technological innovation in the development of green hydrogen. He stated, “The development of green hydrogen depends on competitiveness and cost reduction, which is primarily a technological challenge under the dual carbon goals.”

Furthermore, he called for collaborative efforts between industries and technologies.

Xie Dan, the Customer General Manager of PipeChina, shared insights during the event on the theme of opening up oil and gas pipeline infrastructure to promote energy transformation and development. He emphasised that the State Grid Corporation is committed to fostering an oil and gas market system with multiple upstream resource providers, multiple channels of supply, efficient unified pipeline transportation in the middle, and full downstream market competition. Xie Dan discussed the group’s progress and achievements in infrastructure construction, strategic planning, innovative service products, digital transformation, and encouraged collaboration among stakeholders to advance green and low-carbon energy transformation.

Ms. Li Yalan, the President of the International Gas Union (IGU), delivered a keynote address, themed “The Role of Natural Gas in Advancing Sustainable Energy Transition.” She outlined the direction of future sustainable energy systems and discussed the challenges of energy transformation, including the energy trilemma, differences in energy application levels, the lengthy transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy, and challenges in energy storage technology. In this context, she highlighted the crucial role of natural gas as the world’s third-largest energy source in the energy transition. Natural gas offers advantages in pollution reduction, emissions reduction, energy security, and improved energy accessibility, and she described it as a “stabiliser and regulator” in the new energy system. Additionally, Ms. Li presented the stance of the International Gas Union, emphasising the importance of the integration of natural gas with renewable energy in overcoming energy issues and addressing climate change.

H. E. Eng. Mohamed Hamel, the Secretary-General of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF), provided further insights into the importance of natural gas and the current global energy situation. He emphasised the critical role of energy in socio-economic development and commended China’s progress in the energy market. He highlighted global energy challenges, including issues of energy inequality and insufficient clean energy. He particularly emphasised the role of natural gas in sustainable development goals, especially as a clean energy alternative that contributes to environmental protection and economic benefits. He stated, “By 2050, natural gas will surpass coal in its role within the energy mix.”

Furthermore, he discussed technological advancements and applications, as well as the integration of natural gas with other energy sources to address climate change. He called for enhanced international cooperation to tackle global energy challenges collectively.

During the concluding fireside chat session, Dr. Yang Lei, Vice President of the Energy Institute at Peking University, and Mr. Vijay Krishnan, the Asia Pacific Managing Director of Rystad Energy, shared their perspectives on energy transition and energy security. The discussion focused on European energy security challenges, practical policy considerations for energy transition, and China’s actions and challenges in energy transition. Both emphasised the crucial roles of natural gas and hydrogen in future energy scenarios, as well as the potential for their synergistic development. They also agreed on the significance of application scenarios in reducing the cost of hydrogen energy and the necessity of policy encouragement and scaling up. Vijay Krishnan stated, “Policies need to encourage end-users to use hydrogen more. To achieve this, local deployment of hydrogen needs to increase sales and scale, which is something the entire industry needs to consider.”

The China Energy Summit & Exhibition continued to host a series of specialised keynote addresses, interviews, and panel discussions. The core topics include LNG market prospects, the roles of hydrogen and ammonia in meeting energy demand and energy security, climate technology, green finance, carbon capture, utilisation, and storage (CCUS), policies and regulations, and building a stable and reliable supply chain in the post-pandemic era.

About dmg events

dmg events is the organiser of China Energy Summit and Exhibition. The company hosts over 80 global energy events annually, attracting more than one million attendees worldwide. dmg events is home to the world’s most extensive portfolio of energy exhibitions and conferences, with flagship events including ADIPEC, Gastech, Global Energy Show, Egypt Energy Show (EGYPES), and Future Energy Asia, among others.

As dmg events continues to expand its business and activities throughout Asia, the China Energy Summit and Exhibition will remain a prominent platform in the industry calendar and a significant part of the dmg events global energy event portfolio.

For more information, please visit www.dmgevents.com.

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Pertamina International Shipping (PIS) Partners Energy Trader BGN, Expanding Global Fleet of LPG Carriers

PT Pertamina International Shipping (PIS) has once again engaged international partners to expand its presence in the global market and explore additional business opportunities in support of energy supply and security.

The signing took place at ADIPEC (Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference) 2023, the world’s largest energy exhibition and conference.

PIS has signed an agreement with BGN, a leader in global energy, in which the two companies outlined prospective collaborations that span joint ownership of Very Large Gas Carrier (VLGC) vessels, LPG cargo transportation, vessel leasing, amongst others, establishing the foundation for an enduring partnership. The first two vessels may be delivered as early as the first quarter of 2024.

With a current fleet size of 97 vessels, this deal further strengthens PIS’s position as a key player in the maritime industry. It also reinforces BGN’s position as an emerging maritime asset owner, with a growing number of LPG carriers in its fleet to facilitate the company’s trading operations.

BGN, present in 23 countries including offices in Dubai, Geneva, Houston, Rotterdam and Singapore, is a significant LPG trader and is a supplier to Indonesia.

The signing took place at ADIPEC (Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference) 2023, the world’s largest energy exhibition and conference, where this year’s theme is “Decarbonising. Faster. Together.” It was hosted at the Indonesian Pavilion led by SKK Migas (Special Task Force for Upstream Oil and Gas Business Activities).

The collaborative agreement was signed by PIS CEO Yoki Firnandi, and BGN CEO Ruya Bayegan, and witnessed by the Head of SKK Migas Dwi Soetjipto, Independent Commissioner of PT Pertamina (Persero) Iggi H. Achsien, Technical Advisor at Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources Nanang Untung, Special Advisor to Minister for Acceleration of Infrastructure Development and Investment at Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources Triharyo Susilo, Vice President SKK Migas Erwin Suryadi, and other distinguished guests, along with BGN’s head of shipping Ozan Turgut and other senior executives.

“The collaboration on VLGC and LPG cargo businesses with BGN is a tangible expression of PIS’s commitment to expand LPG commodity businesses and increase PIS’s share in its non-captive market, to strengthen national energy security,” stated Yoki.

BGN CEO Ruya Bayegan added “BGN excels at strong business partnerships and we are pleased to move forward with this new arrangement with Pertamina International Shipping (PIS). BGN’s collaboration with PIS will further enhance our maritime fleet to facilitate our growing energy trading business, cementing our position as a significant LPG trader, as well as supporting the Indonesian energy system.”

PIS and BGN have also been contributing to the vibrancy of ADIPEC 2023, which gathers together the global players in the oil and gas industry and supports the key themes of the forthcoming COP28 climate summit that will also take place in the UAE. This year’s ADIPEC has attracted participation from over 2,200 companies representing 30 countries worldwide, with a total of more than 15,000 delegates and 160,000 attendees.

About Pertamina International Shipping (PIS) Pte Ltd
As an Integrated Marine Logistics Subholding, PT Pertamina International Shipping (PIS) supports Indonesia’s economic growth through safe and sustainable operations, becoming a trusted and reliable maritime partner. Besides a total of 750 owned ships, PIS manages time and spot charters that can be leased through e-chartering. See https://pertamina-pis.com

About BGN International
As a leading energy companies, BGN efficiently conducts trading, storage, and transportation of petroleum products, petrochemicals, and commodities worldwide. Our integrated business model ranges from oil and gas trading and distribution to financing energy projects. Thanks to our established relationships with refineries, producers, state oil companies and international traders, we are present throughout the energy value chain. We also invest in infrastructure development to enhance our trading activities. Visit https://bgn-int.com.

Media Contact
Suh. Aryomekka Firdaus
Corporate Secretary, PI
M: +62 (0) 811 872 2722
E: aryomekka@pertamina.com

Giles Broom
Global Head of Communications, BGN
M: +41 (0) 79 468 6499
E: mediabgn@bgn-int.com

AIIB, PT PLN and PT SMI Collaborate to Support Energy Transition in Indonesia

PT PLN (Persero), Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) and PT Sarana Multi Infrastruktur (PT SMI) signed partnership documents formalizing their commitment to work together towards achieving Indonesia’s greenhouse gas reduction target. The agreement signed on the sidelines of the 2023 Annual Meeting in Sharm El Sheik, Egypt Tuesday, (26/9) to work together to reduce Indonesia’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Minister of Finance Indonesia, Sri Mulyani remarked that holistic growth required energy supplies. Responding the need for renewable energy necessitates support and cooperation in providing adequate resources.

Darmawan Prasodjo, President Director of PLN (middle) hands over a souvenir to Investment Operations Vice President of AIIB Urjit R. Patel, witnessed by Sri Mulyani, Ministry of Finance of Republic of Indonesia.

“This is necessary for private sector participation in funding the climate agenda. This is a step that we are excited to share with you and AIIB in order to discover solutions. As a cleaner, greener, and leaner financial institution,” Sri Mulyani said.

President Director of PLN, Darmawan Prasodjo stated that collaboration and partnerships are critical to advancing Indonesia’s energy transformation. As a result, PLN is going to keep maintaining the relationship with diverse stakeholders with the goal to realize the energy transition from conventional to new, renewable, and sustainable energy.

“Of course, financial support is crucial for accelerating Indonesia’s energy transition. This partnership is certain to reflect PLN’s objective of boosting the share of renewable energy in Indonesia’s energy mix,” mentioned Darmawan.

Darmawan stated that over the previous 3,5 years, PLN has transformed into a greener electricity provider based on new renewable energy (NRE). The corporation began by developing a greener Electric Power Supply Business Plan and cancelling as much as 13,3 Gigawatt (GW) of coal-based power plants from 2019 – 2028 electricity plan. Aside from that, PLN’s entire commitment to the energy transition is continuing with the planning of the national power plan, which includes 51,6% of NRE power generation.

PLN continues to innovate and do various breakthroughs to develop NRE up to 75% in 2040. “In addition, we are committed to executing the Net Zero Emissions target by the year 2060, PLN is now focusing not only on providing electricity but also on the environment,” Darmawan explained.

According to AIIB President Jin Liqun, the goal of this partnership is to help Indonesia transition to sustainable development and solve climate change challenges. Jin Liqun believes that this collaboration will push Indonesia to become a leader in the region’s energy transition from fossil-based to new renewable energy.

“This is a crucial decade for climate change action. By collaborating with major energy players in Indonesia, AIIB intends to unlock and mobilize additional capital to increase access to environmentally friendly energy in Southeast Asia’s largest economy,” Jin Liqun said.

He stated that the AIIB intends to provide long-term finance to assist the Indonesian government in implementing the transition to low-carbon energy. This funding is intended to supplement existing national and multinational efforts, such as the cooperation with JET-P, while pushing Indonesia to pursue a complete and integrated energy transition strategy.

Furthermore, following the signature of the partnership agreement, AIIB, PLN, and SMI will investigate potential for project preparation, knowledge exchange, capacity building, and technical assistance in the sphere of energy transition.

“By leveraging each other’s technical expertise and financial resources, the three institutions are committed to accelerating the implementation of environmentally friendly energy technologies and contributing to a greener and more sustainable future for Indonesia and the rest of the world,” Jin Liqun said.

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INNIO Group to Acquire Northeast-Western Energy Systems (NES-WES) – Largest Distributor for Jenbacher Solutions in the U.S.

The acquisition is another milestone in INNIO’s growth strategy and further strengthens INNIO’s market position in the U.S.
NES-WES is currently one of the leading distributors for Jenbacher solutions globally
The transaction is expected to close in Q4 2023

The INNIO Group (INNIO*) today announced the acquisition of Northeast-Western Energy Systems (NES-WES) from Penn Power Group. NES-WES is a leading power systems integrator in the U.S. With this decision, INNIO continues its successful growth strategy in the U.S. and builds a nationwide offering for new installations and energy services in the U.S.

Leading Jenbacher distributor
NES-WES is one of the leading distributors for Jenbacher solutions globally. INNIO has been working with NES-WES for the past 20 years to develop the market in North America and established a remarkable local installed base for its Jenbacher product brand. NES-WES has evolved to be the largest distributor for Jenbacher solutions in the U.S. with an experienced management team, a highly skilled workforce, and an industry-leading customer service organization in place.

Strong position for continuous growth
NES-WES has a large installed base of Jenbacher engines in the 500 kW – 5.0 MW range supported by very strong parts and service capabilities. This provides a strong foundation to build a nation-wide leading distributed energy business, integrating engines, renewable technologies, energy storage systems, standby power systems, microgrids and related services. Through the acquisition, INNIO is in the position to rapidly scale the business and expand its share for firm-hybrid microgrids, peaking power and renewable gas applications.

“Building on our successful collaboration with the very experienced Northeast-Western Energy Systems team, we will now be able to further grow our business in North America. Not only can we increase our offering for new installations and related services, but we add outstanding microgrid and project management expertise to our team,” said Dr. Olaf Berlien, President and CEO of INNIO Group. “I look forward to welcoming the Northeast-Western Energy Systems team to the INNIO Group.”

Al Clark, President and CEO of NES-WES added: “As the largest distributor for Jenbacher solutions in the U.S., we know the Jenbacher product portfolio and applications extremely well and have experienced significant, increased demand for INNIO’s energy solutions first-hand. We have strong in-house capabilities to design, integrate, build, operate and maintain small to large, distributed energy systems, microgrids, balance of plant systems for continuous duty, peaking, and fast start data center applications. Combined with INNIO’s immense growth and innovation potential we will be well positioned to expand INNIO’s market position in the U.S. We are truly very pleased to join forces and excited about the opportunities of this partnership.”

The transaction is expected to close in Q4 2023.

In March 2023, INNIO’s ESG rating ranked first out of more than 500 companies worldwide in the machinery industry assessed by Sustainalytics.

For more information, visit INNIO’s website at www.innio.com. Follow INNIO Group and its brands on X (formerly known as Twitter) and LinkedIn.

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About Northeast-Western Energy Systems (“NES-WES”):
NES-WES is well established across the U.S. as a leading integrator of Jenbacher clean natural gas Combined Heat and Power, biogas, landfill gas and wood gas to energy solutions. NES-WES has continuously evolved over (20) twenty years to include business development, application-solutions engineering, project engineering, combined with comprehensive parts, service and operating capabilities. NES-WES focuses on integrated Combined Heat and Power, distributed energy, demand response-peaking and data center solutions including microgrids, battery energy storage systems, thermal solutions, carbon sequestration, emissions controls, electric generation, distribution, and control systems.

NES-WES is headquartered in Bristol, Pennsylvania with well established operations in Brea, California, and Anchorage, Alaska with further expansion coming soon.

For more information about NES-WES visit www.nes-wes.com as well as the LinkedIn page of Northeast-Western Energy Systems.

Contact Information:
Susanne Reichelt
INNIO Media Relations
susanne.reichelt@innio.com
+43 664 80833 2382

James Tindal-Robertson Joins Pacific Green as Group Chief Financial Officer

Pacific Green Technologies, Inc. (the Company or Pacific Green, (OTCQB:PGTK)) announces that James Tindal-Robertson has been appointed as Chief Financial Officer, effective September 20^th, 2023.

James, who takes over from retiring Richard Fraser-Smith, will oversee all finance and accounting functions for Pacific Green.

James was previously group Finance Director at sustainable energy solutions provider, VivoPower International (NASDAQ: VVPR), prior to which he held senior finance positions at PetroSaudi Oil Services and Chicago Bridge & Iron Corporation.

Scott Poulter, Pacific Green’s Chief Executive, commented: “We want to thank Richard for everything he has done for the Company and we are very pleased that James is joining with his track-record of disciplined financial management and experience in debt and equity financing – this will be an incredible asset to Pacific Green as we continue our growth and expand into new markets around the world.“

James qualified as a chartered accountant with KPMG, following a degree in physics at Imperial College, London.

About Pacific Green Technologies, Inc.:

Pacific Green Technologies, Inc. is focused on addressing the world’s need for cleaner and more sustainable energy. The Company offers Battery Energy Storage Solutions (BESS), Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) and Photovoltaic (PV) energy solutions to complement its marine environmental technologies and emissions control divisions.

For more information, visit Pacific Green’s website: www.pacificgreen.com.

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Pacific Green Technologies
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Worksport Signs Long Term Agreement with Customer for US Factory Product and Expects US$16,000,000 in Annual Sales, Marking Significant Growth and Demand at NY Factory

Worksport Ltd. (Worksport or the Company) (Nasdaq:WKSP; WKSPW) announces it has secured a long-term supply agreement with an established, leading automotive aftermarket reseller in the U.S. Under this agreement, Worksport is on track to earn an estimated $16,000,000 USD in annual sales of its advanced hard-folding and soft-folding covers, from this single customer. While estimated sales of $16 Million USD are based on the customer’s forecast on an annualized basis, this estimate does not include the customer’s expectations of year-over-year growth in sales. The agreement resulted from samples that were provided to and approved by this customer previously. This significant step follows the recent start of manufacturing at Worksport’s Western New York-based facility after receiving a robust $1.6 million order for its hard-folding covers and an additional $720,000 order for the soft-folding versions, both from the same customer.

Aligned with this positive momentum and increase in demand, Worksport has outlined its strategic intentions to expand its manufacturing capabilities. The Company has announced initiatives to adopt robotics and automation in its processes, with plans to expand assembly lines from one to a formidable four.

Steven Rossi, CEO of Worksport, expressed with conviction, “Our eyes are set on growth, cash flow positivity, and earnings in the very near future, along with getting our high-quality product into the hands of pickup truck owners.”

Strengthening the Company’s position as cleantech innovators, Worksport is preparing to introduce the SOLIS solar cover, integrated with its pioneering COR battery system. Following the Company’s collaboration with Hyundai, numerous automotive manufacturers have expressed interest in the SOLIS cover, with discussions advancing currently.

Rossi further states, “Our journey, from enhancing our manufacturing capabilities to rolling out innovative products like the SOLIS solar cover and COR battery system, highlights the substantial strides we’ve taken. We’re optimistic about what the future holds.”

For further information, please visit Worksport’s official website for investors at investors.worksport.com.

About Worksport
Worksport Ltd. (Nasdaq: WKSP; WKSPW), through its subsidiaries, designs, develops, manufactures, and owns the intellectual property on a variety of tonneau covers, solar integrations, and NP (Non-Parasitic), Hydrogen-based true green energy solutions for the sustainable, clean energy, and automotive industries. Worksport seeks to capitalize on the growing shift of consumer mindsets towards clean energy integrations with its proprietary solar solutions, mobile energy storage systems (ESS), and NP (Non-Parasitic), Hydrogen-based technology. For more information, please visit investors.worksport.com.

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Investor Relations
Worksport Ltd.
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