Second power plant with Siemens H-Class technology goes into operation in the U.S.A.

“Successful commissioning of this second power plant in the U.S. featuring Siemens' H-Class gas turbines clearly demonstrates once again the world-class technology our SGT-8000H gas turbines offer. This power plant project is yet further clear testimony to our proven technology leadership,” states John Wilson, Vice President gas turbine sales, Americas at Siemens Energy, Orlando.

“The Riviera Beach Next Generation Clean Energy Center is yet another demonstration of our commitment to dramatically reducing our dependence on foreign oil, while at the same time, delivering clean, reliable and affordable electricity for all of our customers,” said Eric Silagy, president of FPL.

The H-Class gas turbines from Siemens set the standard for high performance and efficiency. In May 2011, Siemens' Model SGT5-8000H gas turbine achieved world-record efficiency of 60.75 percent in combined-cycle operation at Irsching Power Station in Germany. Siemens has sold 28 H-Class gas turbines worldwide to date. Nine of these are in commercial operation having meanwhile clocked up over 70,000 equivalent operating hours this gas turbine has proven extremely reliably in commercial operation.

Siemens H-class turbines and the associated service are part of Siemens' Environmental Portfolio. Around 43 percent of its total revenue stems from green products and solutions. That makes Siemens one of the world's leading providers of eco-friendly technology.

For further information on the SGT6-8000H gas turbine, please see www.siemens.com/energy/SGT6-8000H