GESAT-The General Electric Saudi Advanced Turbines Company

Partners:

• Dussur
• General Electric

GESAT is a joint venture project established by Dussur (55%)and General Electric (“GE” 45%) in 2017 to manufacture heavy duty gas turbines, accessory module skids, and components in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Under the agreement, GE and Dussur are strengthening ‘Made in Saudi’ capabilities by expanding manufacturing processes specifically around gas turbine component technology, including GE’s H-class heavy duty gas turbines, ultimately enabling operational efficiency and flexibility. GESAT aims to satisfy Saudi Arabia’s annual demand for gas turbines. Since 2018, GESAT has exported over 120 gas turbine accessory module skids supporting power plants to generate around 9 GW, which is enough to power seven million homes globally. With a Saudization rate of up to 70%, the project is estimated to create more than 90 direct jobs. Despite Covid-19 lockdowns, GESAT sustained its operations while safeguarding its employees and the community. The joint venture company delivered over sixty accessory modules skids, awarded 2x9F.03 gas turbines upgrades for export, and positioned itself as a first runner for multiple gas turbine opportunities in Saudi Arabia and abroad.