The Nhon Trach 3 & 4 power plants officially entered commercial operation, contributing approximately 9 billion kWh annually.

Photo: The Nhon Trach 3&4 power plant has officially commenced commercial operation, contributing approximately 9 billion kWh of electricity annually. Source: Petrovietnam.

A grand event with the attendance of senior leaders

The ceremony was attended by many senior leaders of the Party, Government, and ministries. Among them were Mr. Pham Minh Chinh, Politburo member, Secretary of the Government Party Committee, Prime Minister; Mr. Tran Sy Thanh, Member of the Party Central Committee, Chairman of the Central Inspection Commission; Mr. Nguyen Hong Dien, Minister of Industry and Trade; Mr. Vu Hong Van, Secretary of the Dong Nai Provincial Party Committee; Mr. Nguyen Van Ut, Chairman of the Dong Nai People’s Committee, along with representatives of central and local authorities.

Photo: Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, together with Party and State leaders, Petrovietnam, and PV Power, performed the plaque-unveiling ceremony to celebrate the upcoming 14th National Party Congress. Source: Petrovietnam.

Photo: The Prime Minister and delegates also carried out the symbolic operation of the Nhon Trach 3 & 4 power plants. Source: Petrovietnam.

On Petrovietnam’s side, the event was attended by Mr. Le Manh Hung, Party Secretary, Chairman of the Members’ Council; Mr. Le Ngoc Son, General Director; Mr. Tran Quang Dung, Standing Deputy Party Secretary, along with members of the Members’ Council, the Board of General Directors, and leaders of specialized departments. On PV Power’s side, attendees included Mr. Hoang Van Quang, Party Secretary, Chairman of the Board of Directors; Mr. Le Nhu Linh, General Director, together with the Board of Directors, the Board of General Directors, leaders of member units, representatives of the Power Project Management Board, EPC General Contractor Lilama – Samsung C&T, and other contractors.

A key project in the energy transition

Nhon Trach 3 and Nhon Trach 4 are the first projects in Petrovietnam’s LNG-to-Power chain (PV GAS – PV Power), with a total investment of about USD 1.4 billion. This modern LNG power center model contributes to enhancing electricity supply capacity and ensuring national energy security amid rising electricity demand and strong energy transition trends.

Photo: Chairman of the Board of Directors Lê Mạnh Hùng presented Vietnam’s first LNG power plant project to Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính. Source: Petrovietnam.

With a total designed capacity of 1,624 MW, the plants are expected to supply more than 9 billion kWh annually once operating stably. This electricity source will significantly supplement the national grid, especially in the southern region where demand is consistently high. In addition, Nhon Trach 3 & 4 will serve as flexible power sources, supporting dispatching and balancing the system as the share of renewable energy grows.

Advanced technology, superior efficiency

The project is invested with cutting-edge technology, using GE’s 9HA.02 gas turbines (USA). Thanks to this, the plants achieve an efficiency of 62–64%, among the highest globally. The technology not only meets strict emission standards but also allows flexible fuel conversion—from LNG to hydrogen co-firing up to 50%, and eventually 100% hydrogen in the future. This is an important preparation step for Vietnam to move closer to its carbon neutrality goal.

Photo: Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính visited the turbine area of the Nhơn Trạch 3 Power Plant. Source: Petrovietnam.

On-Time Completion, Quality Assured

According to PV Power’s General Director, Mr. Le Nhu Linh, the project has fully met the stringent requirements of the EPC contract, regulations of the State Inspection Council, commitments with credit institutions, and directives of the State Steering Committee for key energy projects. The project was completed on schedule under Power Development Plan VIII, with total investment not exceeding the approved estimate, and was positively evaluated by the State Audit and the Central Inspection Commission.

This success is a testament to more than three years of persistent effort by over 3,200 engineers and workers, overcoming numerous difficulties and pressures to complete a modern power project that meets all technical, safety, and efficiency requirements.

Major contribution to local budget and development

From its inauguration, the Nhon Trach 3 & 4 LNG power plants are officially ready for commercial operation, producing about 9 billion kWh annually and contributing nearly VND 1,000 billion to the local budget. This is an important resource to promote socio-economic development in Dong Nai Province in particular and the southern region in general.

Watch the inauguration ceremony video

The inauguration of the Nhon Trach 3 & 4 LNG power plants is not only a significant event for Petrovietnam and PV Power but also a historic milestone for Vietnam’s energy sector. With advanced technology and superior efficiency, the project demonstrates Vietnam’s determination in energy transition, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and moving toward sustainable development. This success opens a new chapter for LNG power generation, contributing to national energy security and realizing the Net Zero target by 2050.